Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Split in October
Split cools off: highs slip to 69°F (21°C), from 77°F in September, with lows of 59°F (15°C) and about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain.
At 86/100 for comfort (6th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 69°F (21°C)
- Avg low
- 59°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 3.5 in (88 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 55%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What October feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 69°F (21°C), good for long walks.
Nights cool to an average low of 59°F (15°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.5 in (88 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around October
October is one of Split's best months on the climate data.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by November, the score drops to 72/100.
- Comfort holds steady from September (88 → 86/100).
- 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 59°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.5 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Split in October
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Bačvice Beach
Sandy city beach where locals play picigin, a shallow-water ball game.
Why now October scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Konoba Fetivi
Family-run tavern near the Varoš quarter serving fresh fish and Dalmatian dishes.
Bokeria Kitchen & Wine
Busy market-inspired restaurant in the old town with Croatian wines.
Cathedral of Saint Domnius
Cathedral built into Diocletian's mausoleum, with a bell tower climb.
Split Green Market
Open-air market just outside the palace's east gate for fruit, figs and local produce.
Nearby in October
- Hvar in October~23 mi · highs 68°F, 3.1 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Dubrovnik in October~102 mi · highs 69°F, 4.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Piran in October~199 mi · highs 66°F, 4.0 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Ljubljana in October~200 mi · highs 61°F, 4.1 in rain · 4°C (8°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~212 m to Split's ~11 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Split in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Split?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 69°F (21°C) and 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain. Our Dalmatian Coast route recommends May – Sep, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Split in October?
Average highs are 69°F (21°C) and average lows 59°F (15°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Split in October?
Some: about 3.5 in (88 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 36.3 in (921 mm).
What should I pack for Split in October?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 59°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.5 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Split in October?
Share this October plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.