Dubrovnik · Croatia
October
The crowds gone but the rain returns — a mixed month worth considering on balance.
Best match
#4 of 12 months
There are better months for Dubrovnik — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
20.2°C
Low
14.5°C
Rain
165mm
Sun
7hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How October scores in Dubrovnik
Weather
Good
Value
Very good
Crowds
Very good
Events
Average
Atmosphere
Excellent
What you gain in October
- ↑Old town back to locals and small-group visitors: authentic and uncrowded
- ↑Prices 45–50% below peak — good value for the experience
- ↑October sunsets on the Adriatic, when clear, are exceptional
What you sacrifice
- ↓165mm: one of the wettest months — rain returns with a vengeance
- ↓Sea cooling to 20°C, limiting beach use
- ↓Some seasonal boat tours and restaurants reducing operations or closing
How October compares to May (best month)
| Factor | October | May ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 6 | 8 |
| Value | 7 | 6 |
| Crowds | 7 | 5 |
October in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Dubrovnik, not across destinations. Methodology →