Hvar · SpringMonth summary
Hvar weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
16°C – 22°C
🌧 Rainy days
34% of days
☀️ Sunshine
12.9h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.9/10
📅 📅 Best month
June (9.6/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Hvar 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: May is a good time to visit Hvar. June remains slightly better (+1.7 pts).
By trip type
Hvar 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 beach temperature (22°C) — crowds still moderate Spring marks the start of the good season in Hvar. Temperatures rise (22°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 34% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if June (9.6/10) remains theoretically better.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⛅ January | 7°C | 12°C | 36% | 3.2 | 7.8h | 4.9/10 |
| ⛅ February | 8°C | 14°C | 34% | 2.6 | 8.9h | 5.9/10 |
| ⛅ March | 9°C | 15°C | 35% | 3.0 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 12°C | 18°C | 32% | 2.5 | 12.0h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 16°C | 22°C | 34% | 2.6 | 12.9h | 7.9/10 |
| ☀️ June | 21°C | 28°C | 15% | 1.2 | 14.0h | 9.6/10 |
| ☀️ July | 23°C | 30°C | 9% | 0.6 | 13.9h | 9.1/10 |
| ☀️ August | 24°C | 31°C | 14% | 1.3 | 12.4h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 20°C | 26°C | 26% | 2.6 | 11.1h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 16°C | 21°C | 27% | 2.2 | 9.4h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 12°C | 17°C | 48% | 6.9 | 7.8h | 5.8/10 |
| ⛅ December | 9°C | 14°C | 35% | 4.3 | 7.5h | 5.2/10 |
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, Hvar averages 22°C, 34% rainy days and 12.9h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.9/10.
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Comparison
May vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.6/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +6°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -19%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.1h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Hvar in May
Is May a good time to visit Hvar?
May is an excellent time to visit Hvar (score 7.9/10). With 22°C, 12.9h of sunshine and 34% rain, conditions are very favourable.
What to do in Hvar in May?
With 22°C max and 12.9h of sunshine, focus on cultural sites, museums and local gastronomy.
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