Best Time to Visit Split, Split-Dalmatia, Croatia
Split is at its sunniest and driest in July.
The best time to visit Split for sunny, dry weather is July — 1 month of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through February–August; the wetter half falls in September–January. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 7.8°C / 46°F in January to 25.9°C / 78.6°F in July, with rainfall from 33 mm / 1.3 in (July) to 101 mm / 4 in (November). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Split, Split-Dalmatia, Croatia's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Split's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 25.9°C78.6°F | 33 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Split?
The best time to visit Split for sunny, dry weather is July. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 25.9°C / 78.6°F, and the driest is July with about 33 mm / 1.3 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Split's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Split?
The rainy season at Split, Split-Dalmatia runs through September–January, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 68 mm / 2.7 in. The wettest single month is November (101 mm / 4 in).
What is the driest month in Split?
The driest month in Split is July, averaging about 33 mm / 1.3 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 25.9°C / 78.6°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Split?
The least comfortable months for travel to Split — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 101 mm / 4 in in November, and the coldest month averages 7.8°C / 46°F.
Is Split climate different from Croatia overall?
Yes, usually. Our Split figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Croatia figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Split specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.