January could be a good time to visit Dubrovnik, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +11°C, and there are typically 12 sunny days in January. However, expect about 13 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 161 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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January is usually the coldest month of the year in Dubrovnik;
Average weather
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+11°C
Avg. max. temperature
-7°C
Min.
+18°C
Max.
161 mm
Total precipitation
62%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dubrovnik has OK weather in January.
Average temperature in Dubrovnik in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Dubrovnik for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in January is +14°C with a maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +5°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +17°C to +11°C.
Is Dubrovnik warm or cold in January?
Dubrovnik is typically cool in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +13°C to +11°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +8°C to +7°C.
Pack a sweater and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
January is the coldest month in Dubrovnik, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Dubrovnik in January
Water in Dubrovnik in January is Cold. It varies from +13°C to +16°C, with an average of +14°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +11°C.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire 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 January?
We would not recommend swimming in Dubrovnik in January, the water is very cold (+14°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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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 January
Dubrovnik weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+13°C
+11°C
+12°C
Min. temperature
-2°C
-7°C
-4°C
Max. temperature
+20°C
+18°C
+19°C
Rainfall
200 mm
161 mm
145 mm
Wind
5 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+16°C
+14°C
+14°C
Humidity
64%
62%
61%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
12
12
12
Cloudy days
3
3
3
Rainy days
14
13
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as ok as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +13°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +11°C.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 200 mm to 161 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 64% to 62%.Winds are calmer in comparison to December, going down from 5 m/s to 4 m/s on average.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 12 sunny days during the month.
But maybe it is worth considering traveling in February as the weather gets better.
Wind speed in Dubrovnik in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 13 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 January, going from 1 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Dubrovnik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in January is about 313 mm, with a 42% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 56 mm, which is considered heavy rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 13 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how January 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 January in Dubrovnik?
This is the weather in Dubrovnik in January 2023:
1 January
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+17°C
2 January
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+17°C
3 January
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+16°C
4 January
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+14°C
5 January
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+15°C
6 January
☀️
+16°C
7 January
☀️
+16°C
8 January
☀️
+14°C
9 January
🌧️
+15°C
10 January
☀️
+14°C
11 January
☀️
+13°C
12 January
☀️
+15°C
13 January
☀️
+15°C
14 January
☀️
+16°C
15 January
☀️
+16°C
16 January
🌧️
+15°C
17 January
🌧️
+16°C
18 January
🌧️
+17°C
19 January
🌧️
+15°C
20 January
🌧️
+13°C
21 January
🌧️
+12°C
22 January
🌧️
+11°C
23 January
🌧️
+12°C
24 January
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+13°C
25 January
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+13°C
26 January
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+15°C
27 January
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+11°C
28 January
☁️
+13°C
29 January
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+14°C
30 January
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+12°C
31 January
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+11°C
In January 2023 Dubrovnik had 21 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 9 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +14°C, with an absolute maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +11°C. The average humidity was 60%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 21%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 21 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Dubrovnik climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Dubrovnik in January 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 January:
Is January a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
It’s always a good time to visit Dubrovnik, but the weather is changeable in January, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Dubrovnik in January?
Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Dubrovnik in January?
Swimming in Dubrovnik in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Dubrovnik rainy in January?
Dubrovnik is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Dubrovnik in January?
The amount of sunny days in Dubrovnik during January 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.