Croatia (Split)
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Croatia (Split) – What you should know
Split, Croatia's second-largest city, lies directly on the Adriatic and has one of Europe's most unusual old towns at its heart — the living Diocletian's Palace. The climate is typically Dalmatian: hot, dry summers (28–33°C) and mild, wet winters around 8–10°C. The swimming season runs from June to September.
May, June and September offer almost the same weather as high summer with considerably less bustle: temperatures of 22–28°C, sea around 22–25°C and the old town in quieter operation. From Split the islands of Brač, Hvar and Šolta are reachable by ferry in 30–60 minutes — they complement every stay perfectly.
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMax Temp | 12° | 13° | 16° | 19° | 24° | 29° | 32° | 32° | 27° | 22° | 17° | 14° |
MINMin Temp | 5° | 6° | 8° | 11° | 15° | 19° | 22° | 22° | 18° | 14° | 10° | 7° |
☀️Sunshine | 4h | 5h | 7h | 8h | 9h | 10h | 11h | 10h | 7h | 6h | 4h | 4h |
🌊Water Temp | 14° | 13° | 14° | 15° | 19° | 23° | 25° | 25° | 23° | 21° | 18° | 16° |
🌧Rain Days | 8d96mm | 7d92mm | 7d84mm | 6d65mm | 6d72mm | 4d60mm | 2d27mm | 3d35mm | 5d88mm | 5d95mm | 9d149mm | 8d130mm |
Best travel time
The best time to visit Croatia (Split) is June, July, August, and September. In summer, temperatures rise to 32°C; in winter they can drop to 5°C. During the best travel months, the sun shines up to 10 hours per day — ideal for beach and outdoor activities.
Travel Tips
May offers great weather in Croatia (Split) with fewer tourists and lower prices — ideal for those who want to avoid the peak season crowds.
Frequently Asked Questions
- When is the best time to visit Croatia (Split)?
- The best time to visit Croatia (Split) is June, July, August, and September. These months offer the most favourable combination of sunshine, temperatures, and low rainfall.
- How warm does it get in Croatia (Split)?
- In summer, temperatures in Croatia (Split) can reach up to 32°C. In winter, they may drop to 5°C.
- How much rain does Croatia (Split) get?
- Croatia (Split) has a relatively even rainfall pattern with an average of 6 rain days per month. The driest months are June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Split)?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Split) ranges from 13°C (February) to 25°C (August). During the best travel months (June, July, August, and September), the water is most pleasant for swimming.
Best Travel Time by Vacation Type
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Beach Holiday
Warm, sunny, little rain
JunJulAug
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City Trip
Pleasantly mild, not too hot
MaySepOct
