Dubrovnik weather in May (Dubrovnik-Neretva County, Croatia)

Planning a trip to Dubrovnik in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In Dubrovnik the weather in May is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 21°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 14°C.

Dubrovnik in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 11 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 266 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Dubrovnik climate page with graphs.

 

Dubrovnik, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 19°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 87 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 66%  
SunshineSunshine 266 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 55%  

Where to go in Croatia in May

Find out more about the weather in Croatia in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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

So, what should you wear in Dubrovnik in May?

For visitors traveling to Dubrovnik, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 19°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Dubrovnik.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Croatia? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Croatia. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal climate conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.