The month in detail
What to expect in April
Spring marks the start of the good season in Dubrovnik. Temperatures rise (64°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 28% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. June (9.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
April ranks 5 out of 12 months in Dubrovnik. Compared to March: +5°F daytime, 8 pts fewer rainy days, +1.1h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in April
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
8°
Sea
16°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
13.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 33
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Is April the right month?
The best month in Dubrovnik is June (9.2/10), 1.9 pt higher than April.
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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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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 trip.
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 · 86°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 54°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 44%
🏖️ Beach trip
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Location
Where is Dubrovnik ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
CroatiaTemperate 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 82°F highs, 66°F 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 66°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
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 April?
In April, the sea averages 60°F in Dubrovnik: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Dubrovnik in April?
The average UV index reaches 6 in April in Dubrovnik (high), with about 13.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.