PlanoPlanoMay to June and September to October deliver the best Dubrovnik experience. These shoulder months offer warm weather and swimmable seas without the overwhelming cruise ship crowds that define July and August.
| Month | Temp | Rain | Crowds | Prices |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 95mm | Low | Budget |
| February | 10°C | 85mm | Low | Budget |
| March | 12°C | 75mm | Medium | Moderate |
| April | 15°C | 60mm | Medium | Moderate |
| MayBest | 19°C | 45mm | High | Expensive |
| JuneBest | 24°C | 35mm | High | Expensive |
| July | 27°C | 25mm | High | Expensive |
| August | 27°C | 40mm | High | Expensive |
| SeptemberBest | 23°C | 65mm | Medium | Moderate |
| OctoberBest | 18°C | 95mm | Low | Moderate |
| November | 14°C | 120mm | Low | Budget |
| December | 10°C | 105mm | Low | Budget |
Mediterranean spring (12-19°C) with wildflowers on the Dalmatian coast. The Old Town walls walk is pleasant without summer heat. May marks the start of swimming season.
Hot and sunny (24-27°C) with the Adriatic at its warmest. Peak cruise ship season means the Old Town can feel overwhelmed. The Summer Festival brings theatre and music to open-air stages.
September stays warm (23°C) with fewer tourists and warm seas. October is quieter and more affordable. The Game of Thrones filming locations are enjoyable without summer crowds.
Mild but rainy (9-14°C). Many restaurants and tours operate reduced hours. The trade-off is having the stunning Old Town nearly to yourself and significant savings.
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Plan my Dubrovnik tripJuly and August are extremely crowded due to cruise ships and Game of Thrones tourism. The Old Town can receive 8,000+ cruise passengers per day. Prices double compared to shoulder season.
November through March offers the lowest prices, though some restaurants and tours shut down. The city is quietest in January and February.
May, June, and September are ideal for sea kayaking, island-hopping to Lokrum and Elafiti, and walking the city walls without overheating.