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Split in October: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Split in October will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Split, based on historical data.
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October

Weather in Split in October 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Split in October? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +21°C and approximately 15 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 10 rainy days and 111 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+21°C
Avg. max. temperature
+3°C
Min.
+28°C
Max.
111 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
15 ☀️
Sunny Days
3 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Split has good weather in October.

Average temperature in Split in October

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

Going from a maximum of +27°C during the day to a minimum of +13°C during the night, the temperature in October averages around +24°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 29% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +27°C to +23°C.

Is Split warm or cold in October?

Split 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 +17°C to +14°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 Split:

Water temperature in Split in October

Water in Split in October is Fresh. It varies from +18°C to +23°C, with an average of +20°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 Split are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +25°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +13°C.

Can you swim in Split in October?

Water temperature (+20°C) in Split 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 Split in October

Split weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
SeptemberOctoberNovember
Avg. temperature
+25°C+21°C+16°C
Min. temperature
+8°C+3°C-1°C
Max. temperature
+34°C+28°C+26°C
Rainfall
76 mm111 mm174 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+24°C+20°C+18°C
Humidity
59%65%66%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1016 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
171511
Cloudy days
333
Rainy days
51012
Snowy days
000

October weather is still as good as in 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 76 mm to 111 mm. Humidity rises from 59% to 65%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 17 sunny days in September to 15 in October.

Next month (November) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Split is gradually increasing during October, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Split based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 35% chance of rain on an average day in October, with total rainfall of approximately 106 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 40 mm, which is moderate rain. October is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
October is one of the rainiest months in Split, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Split wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 174 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 18 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last October in Split?

This is the weather in Split in October 2023:
1 October
☀️
+27°C
2 October
☀️
+26°C
3 October
☀️
+26°C
4 October
☀️
+25°C
5 October
☀️
+25°C
6 October
☀️
+27°C
7 October
☀️
+25°C
8 October
☀️
+26°C
9 October
☀️
+25°C
10 October
☀️
+26°C
11 October
☀️
+26°C
12 October
☀️
+24°C
13 October
☀️
+24°C
14 October
☀️
+24°C
15 October
🌧️
+22°C
16 October
☀️
+19°C
17 October
☀️
+20°C
18 October
☁️
+19°C
19 October
🌧️
+23°C
20 October
🌧️
+25°C
21 October
🌧️
+24°C
22 October
🌧️
+23°C
23 October
☀️
+23°C
24 October
☀️
+22°C
25 October
☀️
+23°C
26 October
🌧️
+22°C
27 October
🌧️
+24°C
28 October
☀️
+23°C
29 October
☀️
+23°C
30 October
☀️
+22°C
31 October
☀️
+23°C
In October 2023 Split had 23 sunny days, 1 cloudy days, and 7 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +24°C, with an absolute maximum of +27°C and a minimum of +19°C. The average humidity was 78%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 41%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

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

The climate in Split 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 2022 (+22°C). The driest year was 1989 with only 684 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 1421 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Split in October:

Is October a good time to visit Split?

October is a really good time to go to Split. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Split.

Can you sunbathe in Split in October?

October has mild temperatures in Split. 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 Split in October?

In general, you can swim in Split in October, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +20°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Split rainy in October?

Split 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 Split in October?

The amount of sunny days in Split 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 Split

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Split, 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.