Dubrovnik October — autumn rain over the old harbour

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.

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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)

FactorOctoberMay
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 →