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Dalmatian Coast Weather in April

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in April.

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Considering a trip to the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia this April and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in the Dalmatian Coast in April

The Dalmatian Coast, Croatia is a region in Croatia. April in the Dalmatian Coast generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Pula at 16°C (61°F) and pleasant in Zadar at 18°C (64°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Zadar and 12°C (54°F) in Pula.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In April, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hvar with an average of 74 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Dubrovnik with 138 mm (5.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Split enjoys about 212 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore the Dalmatian Coast by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Dalmatian Coast — 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 the Dalmatian Coast in April

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

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 the Dalmatian Coast

What is the weather like in April for some of the most popular destinations in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia?

Temperature range in the Dalmatian Coast (April)

Precipitation variation in the Dalmatian Coast (April)

Split

In April Split generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
212 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
102 mm (4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Split →

Trogir

In April Trogir generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
216 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Trogir →

Dubrovnik

In April Dubrovnik generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
177 hours
205 hours
266 hours
Monthly rainfall
140 mm (5.5 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
perfect
Climate in Dubrovnik →

Zadar

In April Zadar generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
210 hours
277 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Zadar →

Pula

In April Pula generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« March
April
May »
March
April
May
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
150 hours
180 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Pula →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Dalmatian Coast, in Croatia.

Popular cities in April

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Dalmatian Coast in April.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Split 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Dubrovnik 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Zadar 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Trogir 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Pula 16°C (61°F) 12°C (54°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Hvar 16°C (61°F) 13°C (55°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

The Dalmatian Coast weather in April: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in April?

April in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia brings unpleasant weather. In Split, daytime temperatures are typically around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime lows hover near 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia in April?

Split averages a daytime maximum of 16°C (61°F) in April, with overnight lows close to 11°C (52°F).

Does the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia get a lot of rain in April?

Split typically receives notable rainfall in April, about 102 mm (4 in) on average across the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia.

Is April a Good Time to Visit the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia?

In our view, April might not be the best time to travel to the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia with often unpleasant weather in Split.

On average, the best time to visit the Dalmatian Coast, Croatia is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Split. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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