Croatia (Split) · October
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 12° (54°) | 13° (55°) | 16° (60°) | 19° (67°) | 24° (74°) | 29° (83°) | 32° (89°) | 32° (89°) | 27° (80°) | 22° (72°) | 17° (63°) | 14° (56°) |
MINMIN | 5° (41°) | 6° (42°) | 8° (45°) | 11° (51°) | 15° (59°) | 19° (67°) | 22° (71°) | 22° (71°) | 18° (64°) | 14° (57°) | 10° (50°) | 7° (43°) |
☀️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° (56°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (56°) | 15° (59°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (76°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (69°) | 18° (64°) | 16° (60°) |
🌧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 monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
October in Croatia (Split) at 22°C (72°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 temperatures reach up to 22°C (72°F), cooling to 13°C (55°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (95 mm (3.7 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. The sea is 20°C (68°F) — 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 (Split) in October
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Swimwear (the water is still a little fresh)
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is October a good time to visit Croatia (Split)?
- October is not an optimal month for Croatia (Split) (Score: 56/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Croatia (Split) in October?
- In October, Croatia (Split) sees daily highs of 22°C (72°F). Nights cool to 13°C (55°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F).
- How much rain falls in Croatia (Split) in October?
- In October, Croatia (Split) receives an average of 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Croatia (Split) get in October?
- Croatia (Split) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in October — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Split) in October?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Split) in October averages 20°C (68°F) — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.
