Dubrovnik
City in Croatia
Dubrovnik is a city in Croatia with a population of 41,562 in 2021. Located 391 km from the capital Zagreb, it draws visitors to sights such as Rector's Palace, Lovrijenac, and Dubrovnik Cathedral.
What to see
Visitors can explore historical architecture and landmarks throughout the city. Key sights include Rector's Palace, Dubrovnik Cathedral, and the fortress of Lovrijenac.
When to go
The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs of 26 °C and lows of 21 °C, and lower rainfall of 44 mm in July and 69 mm in August. January and December are the coolest months, with daily highs of 10 °C to 11 °C and lows of 6 °C to 7 °C. November and December experience the highest precipitation, with 247 mm and 249 mm of rain respectively.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Dubrovnik Ruđer Bošković Airport, located 16 km from Dubrovnik.
Top sights in Dubrovnik
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 27 °C. The wettest is December, with about 249 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 10 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 20 | 23 | 26 | 27 | 23 | 19 | 14 | 11 |
| Average low, °C | 6 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 15 | 18 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 14 | 10 | 7 |
| Rainfall, mm | 169 | 168 | 164 | 136 | 97 | 69 | 44 | 69 | 127 | 201 | 247 | 249 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 11 | 12 | 9 | 11 | 8 | 5 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 13 | 12 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Dubrovnik (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Collegium Ragusinum
- Dubrovnik Bell Tower
- Dubrovnik Synagogue
- Franciscan friary, Dubrovnik
- Sponza Palace
- St Blaise's Church