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Weather & Climate in Dubrovnik, Croatia
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Dubrovnik enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 489/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6413°N, 18.1091°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
1,081 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M6.0.
| Sep 5, 1996 | 9 km ESE of Podgora, Croatia | M6.0 | 23 km | 10 km |
| Apr 22, 2022 | 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.7 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Sep 17, 1996 | 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia | M5.5 | 34 km | 10 km |
| Mar 14, 2024 | 22 km ENE of Bileća, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.4 | 59 km | 16 km |
| Sep 9, 1996 | 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M5.3 | 24 km | 10 km |
| Jul 10, 2005 | 19 km S of Gusinje, Montenegro | M5.2 | 142 km | 4 km |
| Sep 28, 1995 | 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia | M5.2 | 5 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 1990 | 3 km N of Stari Bar, Montenegro | M5.1 | 101 km | 21 km |
| Aug 21, 2009 | 9 km WSW of Ulcinj, Montenegro | M5.1 | 117 km | 23 km |
| Jan 4, 2018 | 9 km NW of Plav, Montenegro | M5.1 | 143 km | 10 km |
| Apr 3, 1990 | 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.1 | 105 km | 10 km |
| May 23, 2004 | 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M5.0 | 101 km | 10 km |
| Sep 5, 1996 | 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia | M4.9 | 30 km | 10 km |
| Jul 31, 1990 | 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.9 | 49 km | 10 km |
| Apr 24, 2022 | 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.8 | 46 km | 10 km |
| Aug 26, 1992 | 2 km NNE of Tuzi, Montenegro | M4.7 | 105 km | 36 km |
| Oct 30, 1992 | 9 km ENE of Cetinje, Montenegro | M4.7 | 79 km | 27 km |
| Jul 15, 1995 | 25 km WSW of Ston, Croatia | M4.7 | 58 km | 10 km |
| Aug 2, 2003 | 5 km SE of Metkovi?, Croatia | M4.7 | 53 km | 10 km |
| Jun 7, 1992 | 11 km S of Sokolac, Bosnia and Herzegovina | M4.7 | 145 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1979 | MONTENEGRO | Earthquake | 3.0 m | 131 | 109 km |
| 1780 | BAY OF KOTOR | Earthquake | 1.7 m | — | 63 km |
| 1962 | DALMATIAN COASTS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 110 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47°F (8°C) | 4.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 47°F (8°C) | 4.4 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| May | 65°F (18°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 72°F (22°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 77°F (25°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 77°F (25°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 70°F (21°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 63°F (17°C) | 5.5 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 6.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 49°F (10°C) | 5.9 in |
Dubrovnik has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 47°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.5") and July the driest (1.2").