Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Dubrovnik in October
Dubrovnik cools off: highs slip to 69°F (21°C), from 76°F in September, with lows of 63°F (17°C) and about 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain.
It scores 84/100 for comfort, 6th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 63°F (17°C)
- Rain
- 4.8 in (123 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 47%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 48 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What October feels like
Days are mild at around 69°F (21°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 63°F (17°C).
Expect regular rain: about 4.8 in (123 mm) falls in the month.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (May – September).
- The year's biggest cool-down: highs drop 4°C (7°F) from September.
- Comfort slips from 89/100 in September to 84/100.
- Our Dalmatian Coast route recommends May – Sep, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 63°F
- Rain jacket and waterproof shoes4.8 in of rain on average
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Dubrovnik in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Banje Beach
Pebble beach just outside Ploče Gate with views back to the old harbor.
Why now October scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Fort Lovrijenac
Cliffside fortress outside the walls; entry is included with the walls ticket.
Stradun
The old town's polished limestone main street, from Pile Gate to the clock tower.
Why now Highs near 69°F and 4.8 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Buža Bar
Bar perched on cliffs outside the walls, reached through a gap in the stone.
Lady Pi-Pi
Grill restaurant high in the old town with a terrace over the rooftops.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in October
- Hvar in October~91 mi · highs 68°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Split in October~102 mi · highs 69°F, 3.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Ravello in October~227 mi · highs 67°F, 3.5 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, drier
- Amalfi in October~228 mi · highs 71°F, 3.5 in rain · 1°C (2°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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 84/100 against a best of 95 in May – September. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain. Our Dalmatian Coast route recommends May – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Dubrovnik in October?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 63°F (17°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Dubrovnik in October?
Yes: about 4.8 in (123 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 49.3 in (1251 mm).
What should I pack for Dubrovnik in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 63°F), rain jacket and waterproof shoes (4.8 in of rain on average) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
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