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Dubrovnik in April: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Dubrovnik in April and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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April

Weather in Dubrovnik in April 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
Weather for Dubrovnik in April is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +17°C during the day, and approximately 13 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 12 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in April around 109 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
+2°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
109 mm
Total precipitation
63%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dubrovnik has good weather in April.

Average temperature in Dubrovnik in April

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dubrovnik for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in April is +15°C with a maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +7°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 42% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +14°C to +19°C.

Is Dubrovnik warm or cold in April?

Dubrovnik is typically mild in April.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +14°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +9°C to +12°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Dubrovnik:

Water temperature in Dubrovnik in April

Water in Dubrovnik in April is Cold. It varies from +14°C to +17°C, with an average of +16°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +17°C.

In April, 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 +26°C. The coldest water temperatures are in January, with an average of +14°C.

Can you swim in Dubrovnik in April?

We would not recommend swimming in Dubrovnik in April, the water is very cold (+16°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Dubrovnik in April

Dubrovnik weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
MarchAprilMay
Avg. temperature
+14°C+17°C+21°C
Min. temperature
-3°C+2°C+10°C
Max. temperature
+27°C+30°C+31°C
Rainfall
130 mm109 mm66 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+14°C+16°C+19°C
Humidity
62%63%64%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1012 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
141316
Cloudy days
333
Rainy days
12129
Snowy days
000

April weather is still as good as in March. It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +14°C to +17°C during the day. As April arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 130 mm to 109 mm. Humidity rises from 62% to 63%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 4 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in March to 13 in April.

May brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Dubrovnik in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 11 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 decreasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Dubrovnik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in April is about 139 mm, with a 63% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 24 mm, which is considered light rain. April is a pretty wet month with over 19 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how April 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 April in Dubrovnik?

This is the weather in Dubrovnik in April 2023:
1 April
🌧️
+14°C
2 April
☀️
+16°C
3 April
☀️
+16°C
4 April
🌧️
+11°C
5 April
☁️
+10°C
6 April
☀️
+12°C
7 April
☀️
+12°C
8 April
☀️
+13°C
9 April
☀️
+13°C
10 April
☀️
+16°C
11 April
☀️
+16°C
12 April
☀️
+16°C
13 April
☀️
+18°C
14 April
🌧️
+14°C
15 April
🌧️
+15°C
16 April
🌧️
+15°C
17 April
🌧️
+15°C
18 April
🌧️
+15°C
19 April
☀️
+16°C
20 April
☀️
+17°C
21 April
☀️
+18°C
22 April
☀️
+18°C
23 April
☀️
+18°C
24 April
🌧️
+16°C
25 April
🌧️
+17°C
26 April
☀️
+17°C
27 April
☀️
+18°C
28 April
☀️
+17°C
29 April
☀️
+16°C
30 April
☀️
+19°C
In April 2023 Dubrovnik had 20 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +15°C, with an absolute maximum of +19°C and a minimum of +10°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 37%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Dubrovnik climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Dubrovnik in April has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+17°C) and the highest in 2018 (+22°C). 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 April:

Is April a good time to visit Dubrovnik?

April 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 April?

April 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 April?

Swimming in Dubrovnik in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Dubrovnik rainy in April?

Dubrovnik is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Dubrovnik in April?

The amount of sunny days in Dubrovnik during April varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

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Monthly weather in Dubrovnik

Source of the data

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.