Best time to visit
Best time to visit Croatia
Our pick: May and SeptemberBest valueChecked 22 October 2026
Best value: Apr–May, Sep. Busy and pricier: Jun–Aug. Quiet: Oct–Mar.
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Dubrovnik gets very busy when cruise ships are in, mostly from June to September. May, June and September have warm seas and calmer old towns.
Month by month in Dubrovnik
- J9°
- F10°
- M12°
- A14°
- M18°
- J22°
- J25°
- A26°
- S22°
- O18°
- N15°
- D11°
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Average temperature each month (NASA POWER, 2001 to 2025), coloured by season.
Before you go
- Island ferries run reduced timetables from October to May, so check before planning an island hop.
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Questions people ask
When is the sea warmest in Croatia?
August and early September, at around 24 to 25°C along the Dalmatian coast.
What is the warmest month in Dubrovnik?
August, averaging 26°C. The coolest is January, at 9°C.
When is peak season in Croatia?
Jun–Aug, when prices are highest. For better value, try Apr–May, Sep.