Your April weather guide
MildWeather in Dubrovnik in April
April is a good fit for Dubrovnik if you want mild weather for walking rather than a beach holiday. Daytime highs average 17°C, while nights fall to around 10°C, so layers matter more than summer clothes. The catch is rain: expect about 12 rainy days across the month. Go if you are happy to adjust your plans around showers; choose a warmer month if swimming and reliably warm evenings are central to your trip.
Long-term climate averages for Dubrovnik, not a forecast · 1991-2020
Dubrovnik, month by month
Your snapshot
At a glance
The useful details for Dubrovnik.
- Average daytime high
- 17.1°C
- 9 in 10 days stay below 21°C
- Average night-time low
- 10.4°C
- coldest 10% of nights: 7°C or lower
- Compared with London
- +3.6°C
- London averages 13.5°C in April
- Sea temperature
- 15.1°C
- year to year: 14°C to 16°C
- Sunshine per day (est.)
- 6.3h
- 48% of 13.2 h of daylight
- Rainy days (1 mm+)
- 12
- 133 mm over the month
- Humidity
- 73%
- Days over 25°C
- 1%
- none over 30°C
- Record high 1991-2020
- 26.9°C
- 2018-04-15
- Record low 1991-2020
- 2.3°C
- 1993-04-01
- Flight from London
- ≈ 2 h 48 min
- 1674 km, short-haul (estimate for a direct flight)
Records are observed extremes within 1991-2020, not typical holiday conditions. Warm-day percentages are shares of days, not day counts.
How April compares
April is the 7th warmest month of the year in Dubrovnik and ranks 108th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Croatia it is 2nd of 4 (Croatia in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Dubrovnik is 3.6°C warmer by day and 5.3°C warmer at night.
Daytime and night-time in April
The typical April day in Dubrovnik peaks at 17.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 20.7°C or more. Roughly 1 in 167 days top 25°C. Nights average 10.4°C; one night in ten drops to 7.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 26.9°C (2018-04-15) and the coldest night 2.3°C (1993-04-01).
Rain in April
Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 12 days with 1 mm or more, 133 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2012 with 248 mm, the driest 2018 with 29 mm. Humidity averages 73%.
Sea temperature in April
The sea averages 15.1°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 14.3°C to 15.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.6°C).
Sunshine and daylight
Around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.2 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:06 and sets about 19:29 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 52%.
Is April a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
April is not the strongest month here: mild days and frequent rain. The best months for Dubrovnik on our scoring are August, July, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug.
Comfortable walking weather, but pack for rain
The mild daytime temperatures suit being outside without much heat, but do not pack as though summer has arrived. A warmer spell can bring highs of 20.7°C or more, making a lighter layer useful around midday. Evenings need a jumper or jacket, and colder nights can fall to 7°C or below. With rain a regular possibility, bring a waterproof outer layer and shoes you are comfortable wearing on wet ground. Keep outdoor plans flexible rather than relying on a completely dry stay. April works best for travellers who are content with spring conditions and do not mind changing plans when the weather turns.
Plenty of daylight, but the sea is cold
The sea averages 15.1°C, which is cold rather than merely bracing. For most travellers, that makes April a poor choice for a holiday built around swimming, even when the air feels pleasant in the sunshine. You can still enjoy time by the water, but pack for sitting outside in a breeze rather than spending the day in swimwear. There are about 6.3 hours of sunshine within 13.2 hours of daylight, leaving a generous window for outdoor plans without promising clear skies throughout. Make the most of sunny periods as they arrive, and treat a dip as optional rather than the main reason to go.
A little perspective
Dubrovnik through the year
April is highlighted. See how it compares with the rest of the year.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.7°C | 4.9°C | 14.3°C | 4.2 | 152 | 11 | 0% |
| February | 11.5°C | 5.1°C | 13.8°C | 4.9 | 146 | 11 | 0% |
| March | 14.0°C | 7.3°C | 13.9°C | 5.6 | 135 | 11 | 0% |
| AprilSelected | 17.1°C | 10.4°C | 15.1°C | 6.3 | 133 | 12 | 1% |
| May | 21.5°C | 14.6°C | 18.6°C | 7.5 | 89 | 10 | 13% |
| Junebest | 25.6°C | 18.6°C | 22.4°C | 10.0 | 60 | 7 | 59% |
| Julybest | 28.4°C | 21.0°C | 24.7°C | 11.8 | 40 | 6 | 91% |
| Augustbest | 28.8°C | 21.4°C | 25.6°C | 10.8 | 50 | 5 | 93% |
| September | 24.3°C | 17.7°C | 23.6°C | 7.7 | 138 | 9 | 42% |
| October | 20.1°C | 14.0°C | 21.0°C | 5.7 | 198 | 11 | 2% |
| November | 15.8°C | 10.2°C | 18.5°C | 4.1 | 240 | 14 | 0% |
| December | 11.8°C | 6.3°C | 16.0°C | 4.1 | 201 | 13 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
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A little more detail
Dubrovnik in April FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
Is Dubrovnik hot in April?
Dubrovnik is mild in April: the average daytime high is 17.1°C and nights average 10.4°C. Roughly 1 in 167 April days reach 25°C.
Can you swim in the sea in Dubrovnik in April?
The sea around Dubrovnik averages 15.1°C in April, which is cold for swimming without a wetsuit. Between 1991 and 2020 it ranged from 14°C to 16°C depending on the year.
How much does it rain in Dubrovnik in April?
Dubrovnik sees about 12 rainy days (1 mm or more) and 133 mm of rain in a typical April. The wettest April between 1991 and 2020 was 2012 (248 mm) and the driest was 2018 (29 mm).
How sunny is Dubrovnik in April?
Dubrovnik gets around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day in April out of 13.2 hours of daylight (estimated from average cloud cover).
How does Dubrovnik compare with the UK in April?
Dubrovnik is on average 3.6°C warmer than London by day in April (17.1°C against 13.5°C).
What is the hottest April on record in Dubrovnik?
Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day in Dubrovnik reached 26.9°C on 2018-04-15, and the coldest night dropped to 2.3°C on 1993-04-01.
Is Dubrovnik warmer than London in April?
Yes. Dubrovnik's average daytime high is 17.1°C, compared with 13.5°C in London, a difference of 3.6°C. That is a useful lift in daytime warmth, but it is still spring weather: you will want layers rather than an entirely summer wardrobe.
Can I expect hot weather in April?
Do not plan on it. Only 1% of April days reach 25°C, so mild conditions are a much more sensible expectation than heat. A sunny afternoon may feel pleasantly warm, but April does not suit travellers whose priority is hot weather.
Which months are better if I want a summer holiday?
June, July and August are better choices if you want to shift towards a summer-weather trip. April makes more sense when mild walking conditions matter more than heat, and you are willing to accept cold seawater and some wet days.
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Dubrovnik. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 2.2 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C