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Croatia Weather in August

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Croatia in August.

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Planning a trip to Croatia this August? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Croatia in August

August in Croatia generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from low to high. August is a summer month.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is warm in Tršće at 26°C (79°F) and very warm in Kakma at 33°C (91°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Kakma and 15°C (59°F) in Tršće. On average, August is the warmest month of the year in Croatia. So be prepared and pack summer clothes.

For specific regional insights in Croatia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In August, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Ubli with an average of 24 mm (0.9 in) to high rainfall in Rupa with 135 mm (5.3 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Split sees close to 318 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Croatia — and find the best time to visit. (based on Split)

January11°C (52°F) February11°C (52°F) March14°C (57°F) April16°C (61°F) May21°C (70°F) June24°C (75°F) This monthJuly27°C (81°F) August27°C (81°F) September24°C (75°F) October20°C (68°F) November16°C (61°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Croatia in August

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Croatia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Croatia

What is the weather like in August for some of the most popular destinations in Croatia?

Temperature range in Croatia (August)

Precipitation variation in Croatia (August)

Split

In August Split generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
345 hours
318 hours
244 hours
Monthly rainfall
26 mm (1 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Split →

Trogir

In August Trogir generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
351 hours
327 hours
246 hours
Monthly rainfall
20 mm (0.8 in)
36 mm (1.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Dubrovnik

In August Dubrovnik generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
346 hours
326 hours
310 hours
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
46 mm (1.8 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
8 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Dubrovnik →

Zadar

In August Zadar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
350 hours
322 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
52 mm (2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Zadar →

Pula

In August Pula generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« July
August
September »
July
August
September
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
300 hours
270 hours
210 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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In our records: Croatia August extremes

Notable August records observed across cities in Croatia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest August day in Croatia reached 43°C (109°F) in Orebić on August 2, 1998.

Popular cities in August

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Croatia in August.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Split 27°C (81°F) 22°C (72°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Dubrovnik 28°C (82°F) 21°C (70°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Zagreb 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Zadar 30°C (86°F) 22°C (72°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Novalja 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Plitvice Lakes National Park 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Croatia weather in August: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Croatia in August?

Croatia typically experiences perfect weather in August, part of the summer season. Daytime highs in Split average around 27°C (81°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Croatia in August?

Daytime temperatures in Split peak at roughly 27°C (81°F) in August, dropping to about 22°C (72°F) overnight.

Does Croatia get a lot of rain in August?

August is on the drier side in Croatia. Split averages only about 41 mm (1.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is August a Good Time to Visit Croatia?

We believe that August is one of the best times to visit Croatia with overall perfect weather in Split. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Split. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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