Dubrovnik · SpringMonth summary
Dubrovnik weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
14°C – 22°C
🌧 Rainy days
42% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.6/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (9.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Dubrovnik in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you want shoulder-season value — fewer crowds, 22°C.
❌ No if: you need maximum sunshine — some overcast days are possible.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.6/10). June scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Dubrovnik in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Ideal conditions for families — pleasant weather and outdoor activities accessible Spring marks the start of the good season in Dubrovnik. Temperatures rise (22°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 42% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.2/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 3°C | 12°C | 43% | 6.2 | 7.6h | 4.3/10 |
| ⛅ February | 5°C | 13°C | 39% | 6.4 | 8.9h | 5.0/10 |
| 🌦️ March | 7°C | 15°C | 43% | 7.5 | 10.0h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 10°C | 18°C | 35% | 4.2 | 11.8h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 14°C | 22°C | 42% | 4.6 | 12.9h | 7.6/10 |
| ☀️ June | 19°C | 28°C | 24% | 1.8 | 13.9h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ July | 21°C | 30°C | 12% | 1.4 | 13.8h | 9.0/10 |
| ☀️ August | 22°C | 30°C | 17% | 1.7 | 12.5h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 18°C | 26°C | 29% | 4.8 | 11.0h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 13°C | 21°C | 31% | 6.2 | 9.4h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 10°C | 17°C | 51% | 11.9 | 7.7h | 5.4/10 |
| 🌦️ December | 6°C | 14°C | 41% | 7.2 | 7.1h | 4.6/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Dubrovnik averages 22°C, 42% rainy days and 12.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.6/10.
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Comparison
May vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +6°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -18%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.0h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Dubrovnik in May
Is May a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
May is an excellent time to visit Dubrovnik (score 7.6/10). With 22°C, 12.9h of sunshine and 42% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Dubrovnik in May?
With 22°C max and 12.9h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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