Croatia Dubrovnik Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Dubrovnik is very-high
Dubrovnik Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 22° / 16°
- Rainfall
- 60mm · 8 days
- Crowds
- Busy
As of 2026, Dubrovnik in May averages a high of 22°C and low of 16°C with 60mm of rain over about 8 days. Warm + light layers.
May is very-high for Dubrovnik.
Best month. Pre-cruise + warm.
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Dubrovnik May Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
16°C
Rainy Days
8
60mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
60%
moderate
UV Index
6
High
Wind
10 km/h
Gusts 28
Sea Temp
17°C
swimming possible
Crowds
Busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
22°C
Nighttime
15°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
10 km/h
Max gust 28 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 22/16°C ideal
- 9h sunshine
- Pre-cruise season
Cons
- Hotels rising
May Events & Festivals
- Croatian summer begins
Dubrovnik in May — Full Picture
Best month. Pre-cruise + warm.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Warm + light layers.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current17.7°C
11.7°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28.7°C
21°C
5/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21°C
15°C
8.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
12.3°C
6.7°C
10.7/mo
Dubrovnik Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12° | 6° | 11d·105mm | 4h | 72% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 6° | 10d·95mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 8° | 9d·90mm | 6h | 67% | 3 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 11° | 9d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 22° | 16° | 8d·60mm | 9h | 60% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 26° | 19° | 6d·35mm | 11h | 60% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| 30° | 22° | 4d·30mm | 12h | 58% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 22° | 5d·50mm | 11h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 19° | 7d·80mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 21° | 15° | 8d·110mm | 7h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 16° | 11° | 11d·145mm | 5h | 73% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 13° | 8° | 11d·130mm | 4h | 75% | 1 | Quiet | Low season |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik in May is very-high. Tourist crowds are busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Dubrovnik in May?
Dubrovnik May averages a high of 22°C and a low of 16°C.
Does it rain much in Dubrovnik in May?
Dubrovnik May averages 60mm of rainfall over about 8 rainy days.
What should I wear in Dubrovnik in May?
Warm + light layers.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Dubrovnik in May?
Dubrovnik May sunrise is 05:30 and sunset is 20:00, with 14h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Dubrovnik in May?
Dubrovnik May air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Dubrovnik in May?
In May, Dubrovnik is great for Walls walk, Cable Car, Lokrum.
Is May peak season in Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik May crowds are busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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