Weather for Dubrovnik in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +70°F during the day, and approximately 16 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 9 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 66 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+70°F
Avg. max. temperature
+50°F
Min.
+88°F
Max.
66 mm
Total precipitation
64%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
16 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dubrovnik has good weather in May.
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Average temperature in Dubrovnik in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dubrovnik for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in May is +70°F with a maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +57°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +75°F.
Is Dubrovnik warm or cold in May?
Dubrovnik is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +63°F to +70°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +54°F to +61°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Dubrovnik:
Water temperature in Dubrovnik in May
Water in Dubrovnik in May is Fresh. It varies from +60°F to +72°F, with an average of +66°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +70°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Dubrovnik are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +78°F. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +57°F.
Can you swim in Dubrovnik in May?
Water temperature (+66°F) in Dubrovnik in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Dubrovnik in May
Dubrovnik weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+63°F
+70°F
+77°F
Min. temperature
+36°F
+50°F
+52°F
Max. temperature
+86°F
+88°F
+99°F
Rainfall
109 mm
66 mm
37 mm
Wind
4 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F
+66°F
+74°F
Humidity
63%
64%
61%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
13
16
20
Cloudy days
3
3
2
Rainy days
12
9
6
Snowy days
0
0
0
May weather is still as good as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +63°F to +70°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 109 mm to 66 mm.Humidity rises from 63% to 64%.Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 13 to 16.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Dubrovnik in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Dubrovnik is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Dubrovnik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 240 mm, with a 77% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 42 mm, which is moderate rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 24 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Dubrovnik wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 252 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 20 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Dubrovnik?
This is the weather in Dubrovnik in May 2023:
1 May
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+72°F
2 May
🌧️
+64°F
3 May
🌧️
+66°F
4 May
☀️
+66°F
5 May
☀️
+68°F
6 May
☀️
+76°F
7 May
☀️
+71°F
8 May
☀️
+67°F
9 May
🌧️
+67°F
10 May
☀️
+68°F
11 May
🌧️
+63°F
12 May
☀️
+66°F
13 May
🌧️
+64°F
14 May
🌧️
+66°F
15 May
🌧️
+67°F
16 May
🌧️
+66°F
17 May
🌧️
+66°F
18 May
☀️
+67°F
19 May
☀️
+71°F
20 May
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+78°F
21 May
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+73°F
22 May
☀️
+72°F
23 May
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+74°F
24 May
☀️
+71°F
25 May
☀️
+74°F
26 May
☁️
+77°F
27 May
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+76°F
28 May
☀️
+76°F
29 May
☀️
+74°F
30 May
☀️
+74°F
31 May
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+74°F
In May 2023 Dubrovnik had 21 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +70°F, with an absolute maximum of +77°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 52%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Dubrovnik climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Dubrovnik in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+63°F) and the highest in 2018 (+71°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 872 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 2139 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Dubrovnik in May:
Is May a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
May is a really good time to go to Dubrovnik. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Dubrovnik.
Can you sunbathe in Dubrovnik in May?
May has mild temperatures in Dubrovnik. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Dubrovnik in May?
In general, you can swim in Dubrovnik in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +66°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Dubrovnik rainy in May?
Dubrovnik is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Dubrovnik in May?
The amount of sunny days in Dubrovnik during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
Other cities in Croatia
Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Dubrovnik, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
