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Dubrovnik in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

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

Weather in Dubrovnik in October 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Weather for Dubrovnik in October is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +21°C during the day, and approximately 15 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 10 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in October around 174 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+21°C
Avg. max. temperature
+6°C
Min.
+30°C
Max.
174 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
2 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Dubrovnik has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Dubrovnik in October

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

The expected average maximum temperature in October is +23°C with a maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +15°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 40% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +25°C to +21°C.

Is Dubrovnik warm or cold in October?

Dubrovnik is typically mild in October.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +25°C to +21°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +19°C to +16°C.

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

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

Water temperature in Dubrovnik in October

Water in Dubrovnik in October is Fresh. It varies from +18°C to +23°C, with an average of +21°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +21°C.

In October, 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 October?

Water temperature (+21°C) in Dubrovnik in October might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Dubrovnik in October

Dubrovnik weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+25°C+21°C+16°C
Min. temperature
+12°C+6°C+2°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+30°C+26°C
Rainfall
107 mm174 mm252 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+24°C+21°C+18°C
Humidity
60%65%66%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
181511
Cloudy days
122
Rainy days
61013
Snowy days
000

October typically has worse weather conditions compared to September. It’s getting colder in October. From +25°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +21°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 107 mm to 174 mm. Humidity rises from 60% to 65%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 18 sunny days in September to 15 in October.

November brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 12 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 October, going from 6 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Dubrovnik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in October is about 87 mm, with a 39% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 22 mm, which is considered light rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 12 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October is one of the rainiest months in Dubrovnik, here is a comparison with other months, 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 October in Dubrovnik?

This is the weather in Dubrovnik in October 2023:
1 October
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+25°C
2 October
☀️
+25°C
3 October
☀️
+24°C
4 October
☀️
+23°C
5 October
☀️
+24°C
6 October
☀️
+23°C
7 October
☀️
+24°C
8 October
☀️
+24°C
9 October
☀️
+25°C
10 October
☀️
+25°C
11 October
☀️
+24°C
12 October
☀️
+25°C
13 October
☀️
+23°C
14 October
☀️
+23°C
15 October
☀️
+22°C
16 October
☀️
+19°C
17 October
☀️
+19°C
18 October
☀️
+20°C
19 October
🌧️
+21°C
20 October
☁️
+23°C
21 October
🌧️
+23°C
22 October
☀️
+23°C
23 October
☀️
+22°C
24 October
☀️
+22°C
25 October
🌧️
+22°C
26 October
🌧️
+21°C
27 October
🌧️
+21°C
28 October
☀️
+21°C
29 October
☀️
+21°C
30 October
☀️
+22°C
31 October
🌧️
+21°C
In October 2023 Dubrovnik had 24 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +23°C, with an absolute maximum of +25°C and a minimum of +19°C. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. 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 October 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 October:

Is October a good time to visit Dubrovnik?

October 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 October?

October 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 October?

In general, you can swim in Dubrovnik in October, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +21°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Dubrovnik rainy in October?

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

Is it sunny in Dubrovnik in October?

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

Other cities in Croatia

Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.

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.