Croatia (Dubrovnik) · May
Low seasonCroatia · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 12° | 12° | 15° | 18° | 22° | 27° | 30° | 30° | 25° | 21° | 17° | 13° |
MINMIN | 6° | 6° | 8° | 11° | 15° | 20° | 22° | 22° | 19° | 14° | 11° | 7° |
☀️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° | 14° | 14° | 16° | 20° | 23° | 25° | 26° | 24° | 21° | 18° | 16° |
🌧Rain Days | 10d149mm | 9d150mm | 9d133mm | 7d94mm | 6d71mm | 4d55mm | 2d36mm | 2d45mm | 5d103mm | 6d123mm | 10d164mm | 10d173mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Still off-season — flights and hotels significantly cheaper than in June.
May in Croatia (Dubrovnik) at 22°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 22°C, cooling to 15°C at night (daily average: 19°C). With 9 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 71 mm of rain over 6 days. The sea is 19°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Packing list for Croatia (Dubrovnik) in May
- Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
- Leichte Jacke
- Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Croatia (Dubrovnik)?
- May is not an optimal month for Croatia (Dubrovnik) (Score: 67/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Croatia (Dubrovnik) in May?
- In May, Croatia (Dubrovnik) sees daily highs of 22°C. Nights cool to 15°C, with a daily average of 19°C.
- How much rain falls in Croatia (Dubrovnik) in May?
- In May, Croatia (Dubrovnik) receives an average of 71 mm of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Croatia (Dubrovnik) get in May?
- Croatia (Dubrovnik) averages 9 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Dubrovnik) in May?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Dubrovnik) in May averages 19°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
