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Dubrovnik in May
Dubrovnik warms up: highs climb to 69°F (21°C), from 62°F in April, with lows of 63°F (17°C) and about 3.0 in (75 mm) of rain.
May opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 86/100 (5th of 12).
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 3.0 in (75 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 26 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What May feels like
Highs near 69°F (21°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Lows average 63°F (17°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.0 in (75 mm).
Plan around May
May is one of Dubrovnik's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: May – September.
- Comfort improves from 82/100 in April to 86/100.
- May sits inside the May – Sep window our Dalmatian Coast route recommends.
What to pack for May
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 63°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Dubrovnik in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Panorama Restaurant & Bar
Restaurant at the top of the cable car, with a terrace over the city.
Why now May scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lady Pi-Pi
Grill restaurant high in the old town with a terrace over the rooftops.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 3.0 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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.
Lokrum
Forested island 15 minutes by boat, with peacocks, a monastery garden and rocky swim spots.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in May
- Hvar in May~91 mi · highs 67°F, 1.9 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- Split in May~102 mi · highs 71°F, 2.2 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Ravello in May~227 mi · highs 64°F, 1.6 in rain · 3°C (6°F) cooler by day, drier
- Amalfi in May~228 mi · highs 68°F, 1.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 3.0 in (75 mm) of rain. May is inside the May – Sep window our Dalmatian Coast route recommends.
How hot is Dubrovnik in May?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubrovnik in May?
Some: about 3.0 in (75 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.3 in (1251 mm).
What should I pack for Dubrovnik in May?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 63°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
More on Dubrovnik
Routes in season in May
- Dalmatian Coast May – Sep
Planning Dubrovnik in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.