Croatia (Dubrovnik) · April
Low seasonCroatia · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 12° (54°)15° (59°) | 12° (54°)17° (63°) | 15° (59°)19° (66°) | 18° (64°)23° (73°) | 22° (72°)27° (81°) | 27° (81°)32° (90°) | 30° (86°)33° (91°) | 30° (86°)35° (95°) | 25° (77°)29° (84°) | 21° (70°)25° (77°) | 17° (63°)21° (70°) | 13° (55°)17° (63°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 6° (43°)-1° (30°) | 6° (43°)-1° (30°) | 8° (46°)3° (37°) | 11° (52°)6° (43°) | 15° (59°)9° (48°) | 20° (68°)14° (57°) | 22° (72°)17° (63°) | 22° (72°)17° (63°) | 19° (66°)13° (55°) | 14° (57°)8° (46°) | 11° (52°)4° (39°) | 7° (45°)2° (36°) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 3 | 6h UV 4 | 8h UV 6 | 9h UV 7 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 12h UV 9 | 11h UV 8 | 9h UV 7 | 7h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 14° (57°) | 14° (57°) | 14° (57°) | 16° (61°) | 20° (68°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 26° (79°) | 24° (75°) | 21° (70°) | 18° (64°) | 16° (61°) |
🌧Rain Days | 10d149mm (5.9") | 9d150mm (5.9") | 9d133mm (5.2") | 7d94mm (3.7") | 6d71mm (2.8") | 4d55mm (2.2") | 2d36mm (1.4") | 2d45mm (1.8") | 5d103mm (4.1") | 6d123mm (4.8") | 10d164mm (6.4") | 10d173mm (6.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
April in Croatia (Dubrovnik) at 18°C (64°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 18°C (64°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 15°C (59°F)). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F). The sun shines an average of 9 hours per day; there are 7 rain days with 94 mm (3.7 in) total. At 16°C (61°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Croatia (Dubrovnik) in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Croatia (Dubrovnik)?
- April is not an optimal month for Croatia (Dubrovnik) (Score: 57/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Croatia (Dubrovnik) in April?
- In April, Croatia (Dubrovnik) sees daily highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 15°C (59°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F).
- How much rain falls in Croatia (Dubrovnik) in April?
- In April, Croatia (Dubrovnik) receives an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Croatia (Dubrovnik) get in April?
- Croatia (Dubrovnik) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Dubrovnik) in April?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Dubrovnik) in April averages 16°C (61°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
