Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Dubrovnik in January
This is the coldest month in Dubrovnik: highs average 52°F (11°C) and lows 47°F (9°C), with about 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 56/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cloud cover.
- Avg high
- 52°F (11°C)
- Avg low
- 47°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 5.6 in (143 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 66%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 12 min
- Comfort score
- 56/100 · Fair
What January feels like
It's cool, with highs near 52°F (11°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 47°F (9°C).
Rain is a real factor, with about 5.6 in (143 mm) across the month.
Only about 9 h 12 min of daylight means early sunsets.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, November – January.
- Comfort slips from 60/100 in December to 56/100.
- Our Dalmatian Coast route recommends May – Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 52°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoesfrequent rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dubrovnik in January
With 5.6 in of rain, these picks lean toward food, drink and places with a roof, with outdoor options when the weather breaks.
Buža Bar
Bar perched on cliffs outside the walls, reached through a gap in the stone.
Why now A sit-down stop to wait out showers in a month with 5.6 in of rain.
Fort Lovrijenac
Cliffside fortress outside the walls; entry is included with the walls ticket.
Walls of Dubrovnik
2km loop along medieval walls with views over the rooftops and sea.
Dubrovnik Cable Car
Cable car up Mount Srđ for panoramic views over the walled city and islands.
Banje Beach
Pebble beach just outside Ploče Gate with views back to the old harbor.
Nearby in January
- Hvar in January~91 mi · highs 54°F, 3.3 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Split in January~102 mi · highs 51°F, 3.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Ravello in January~227 mi · highs 52°F, 4.0 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Amalfi in January~228 mi · highs 56°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Dubrovnik in January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 56/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 52°F (11°C) and 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain. Our Dalmatian Coast route recommends May – Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Dubrovnik in January?
Average highs are 52°F (11°C) and average lows 47°F (9°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubrovnik in January?
Yes: about 5.6 in (143 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.3 in (1251 mm).
What should I pack for Dubrovnik in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 52°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (frequent rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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