Croatia

Croatia Weather in September

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

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

What to Expect in Croatia in September

September in Croatia generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Tršće at 20°C (68°F) to warm in Kakma at 27°C (81°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Kakma and 11°C (52°F) in Tršće.

For a closer look at conditions across Croatia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Ilok with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Mošćenička Draga with 232 mm (9.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Split enjoys about 244 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Croatia in September

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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 September for some of the most popular destinations in Croatia?

Temperature range in Croatia (September)

Precipitation variation in Croatia (September)

Split

In September Split generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
318 hours
244 hours
193 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Split →

Trogir

In September Trogir generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
327 hours
246 hours
196 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Trogir →

Dubrovnik

In September Dubrovnik generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
24°C (75°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
326 hours
310 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
200 mm (7.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Dubrovnik →

Zadar

In September Zadar generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
25°C (77°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
322 hours
248 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
52 mm (2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
127 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Zadar →

Pula

In September Pula generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
19°C (66°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
270 hours
210 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
134 mm (5.3 in)
146 mm (5.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Pula →

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Popular cities in September

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Split 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Dubrovnik 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)
Zagreb 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Zadar 25°C (77°F) 18°C (64°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Novalja 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Plitvice Lakes National Park 21°C (70°F) 10°C (50°F) 143 mm (5.6 in)

Croatia weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Croatia in September?

Expect pleasant weather across Croatia in September. The popular destination of Split averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 18°C (64°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Croatia in September?

Split averages a daytime maximum of 24°C (75°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 18°C (64°F).

Does Croatia get a lot of rain in September?

Croatia sees substantial rainfall in September. Split typically averages about 106 mm (4.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Croatia?

In our opinion, September is a good time to visit Croatia with overall pleasant weather in Split.

On average, the best time to visit Croatia is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Split. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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