Croatia (Split) · April
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 12° (54°)7– (45–)16 (61) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)32 (90) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)12 (54) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)19 (66) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)14 (57) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 14° (57°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (70°) | 18° (64°) | 16° (61°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d96mm (3.8") | 7d92mm (3.6") | 7d84mm (3.3") | 6d65mm (2.6") | 6d72mm (2.8") | 4d60mm (2.4") | 2d27mm (1.0") | 3d35mm (1.4") | 5d88mm (3.5") | 5d95mm (3.7") | 9d149mm (5.9") | 8d130mm (5.1") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
April in Croatia (Split) at 19°C (66°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 19°C (66°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 15°C (59°F)). Peaks reach around 24°C (75°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 6 rain days with 65 mm (2.6 in) total. At 15°C (59°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed comfortably at this time of year.
Packing list for Croatia (Split) in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Croatia (Split)?
- April is not an optimal month for Croatia (Split) (Score: 61/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Croatia (Split) in April?
- In April, Croatia (Split) sees daily highs of 19°C (66°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 15°C (59°F). Peaks reach around 24°C (75°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Croatia (Split) in April?
- In April, Croatia (Split) receives an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain over 6 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Croatia (Split) get in April?
- Croatia (Split) averages 8 sunshine hours per day in April — above the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Split) in April?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Split) in April averages 15°C (59°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
