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Dubrovnik, Croatia · Temperate oceanic

Dubrovnik in March: go or not?

Tough period. Dubrovnik in March only reaches 4.3/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 42.65°N · 18.09°E
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Dubrovnik · March
4.3
7–15°
Temperature
36%
Rain
6h
Sun
🌊 Seaside☀️ Bright🍴 Gastronomy
Photo : Meg von Haartman via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in March

Spring marks the start of the good season in Dubrovnik. Temperatures rise (15°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 36% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

March ranks 8 out of 12 months in Dubrovnik. Compared to February: +2°C daytime, +0.7h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in March

UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
5°
Sea
15°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 33
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Is March the right month?

The best month in Dubrovnik is June (9.2/10), 4.9 pts higher than March.

See June →See all 12 months →
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.

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Practical info

What you need to know before you go

Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.

Country · Croatia

🗣️LanguageCroatian
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 12°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 44%

🏖️ Beach holiday

📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
Location

Where is Dubrovnik ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Croatia
Temperate oceanic climate with a 9.2 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
42.65°N · 18.09°E
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Dubrovnik?
June is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 19.0°C lows, 10.4h of sunshine and 19.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Dubrovnik get in June?
Dubrovnik averages 10.4 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Dubrovnik?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Dubrovnik in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 19.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Dubrovnik good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Dubrovnik scores 4.0/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 8.8/10.
When should you avoid Dubrovnik?
January is the most difficult month to visit Dubrovnik, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Dubrovnik in March?
In March, the sea averages 15°C in Dubrovnik: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Dubrovnik in March?
The average UV index reaches 4 in March in Dubrovnik (moderate), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.