Hvar Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Hvar has the most hours of sunshine in Croatia. In winter there is a "no snow guarantee" in many hotels. If it's snowing then the night is free. Hvar has four seasons: spring, summer, fall and winter. The spring months April and May are mild and the summer months June, July and August are the warmest. Autumn runs from September to November and it is generally more rainy and cloudy. The winter months are from December to March.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Hvar is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 27°C in August to a moderate 13°C in February.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 9°C in February. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Hvar receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 979 mm annually. The seasons in Hvar, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, November, receives heavy rainfall, with an average of 180 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month, July, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 14 mm over 8 rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Hvar Precipitation page.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Hvar, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.7 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.4 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
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The best time of year to visit Hvar in Croatia
During the months of May, June, September and October you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
August has an average maximum temperature of 27°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 180 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 14 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 350 hours of sunshine.
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