Best Time to Visit Croatia
Month-by-month climate guide for planning a trip to Croatia.
Croatia does not have a month that clearly fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. Its warmest and driest window is around July (23.5°C / 74.3°F) and February (65 mm / 2.6 in rainfall) — usually the practical travel choice. The drier half of the year covers July–August and January–May, while the wetter half runs through June and September–December. Country-wide monthly temperatures range from 3.5°C / 38.3°F in January to 23.5°C / 74.3°F in July, and monthly rainfall from 65 mm / 2.6 in (February) to 115 mm / 4.5 in (November). Croatia's climate is broadly seasonal. These are national area-weighted averages from long-term climate normals — regional variation within Croatia can be substantial, especially for large or geographically diverse countries. Below, every month is classified against our five weather profiles so you can match your travel window to your preferred weather.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| July | 23.5°C74.3°F | 65 mm2.6″ | — |
| August | 23°C73.4°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| June | 21°C69.8°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
No month in Croatia fits our sunny profiles at a country-wide average. The three above are the driest-and-warmest fallback.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Croatia?
Croatia doesn't have a month that clearly matches our sunny profiles at a national average. The practical travel window centres on February (driest, ~65 mm / 2.6 in) and July (warmest, 23.5°C / 74.3°F). Regional variation within Croatia can be significant — city and subdivision pages give a more localised view.
When is the rainy season in Croatia?
The rainy season in Croatia runs through June and September–December, when monthly rainfall exceeds the national annual median of about 85 mm / 3.3 in. The wettest single month is November, averaging 115 mm / 4.5 in.
What is the dry season in Croatia?
The drier half of the year in Croatia covers July–August and January–May, when monthly rainfall stays at or below the annual median of about 85 mm / 3.3 in. The driest single month is February with about 65 mm / 2.6 in.
What months should I avoid visiting Croatia?
The least comfortable months for travel in Croatia — based on our climate data — are January, February, March, October, November, December. These are Croatia's wettest or coolest months. Rainfall peaks at 115 mm / 4.5 in in November, and temperatures bottom out at 3.5°C / 38.3°F in January.
Is there a shoulder season in Croatia?
Shoulder-season months in Croatia — moderate weather, lower rainfall than the wet season — include April, May, October. These are typically the quietest and cheapest months for travel, and often deliver decent weather without the peak-season crowd.