Weather in Dubrovnik in February

How February compares

February is the 11th warmest month of the year in Dubrovnik and ranks 112th of 134 destinations we compare for February - see where else is hot in February. Within Croatia it is 1st of 4 (Croatia in February). Against London's average high of 7.9°C in February, Dubrovnik is 3.6°C warmer by day and 3.1°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in February

The typical February day in Dubrovnik peaks at 11.5°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 15.1°C or more. Days over 25°C are rare. Nights average 5.1°C; one night in ten drops to 1.0°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest February day here reached 19.7°C (2016-02-16) and the coldest night -6.0°C (2012-02-15).

Rain in February

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 11 days with 1 mm or more, 146 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest February was 2013 with 348 mm, the driest 1993 with 13 mm. Humidity averages 71%.

Sea temperature in February

The sea averages 13.8°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 13.3°C to 14.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 10.3 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:46 and sets about 17:18 local time in mid-February. Average cloud cover is 52%.

Is February a good time to visit Dubrovnik?

February is not the strongest month here: cool 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 for walking, but pack for cold and rain

The daytime average can work well for walking if you dress in layers, but it is not a promise of mild weather throughout your stay. The warmer days reach around 15°C or more, while the coldest nights fall to about 1°C or below. A warm outer layer will be useful after dark, and a waterproof jacket and shoes that cope with wet pavements deserve space in your bag. Rain is a meaningful catch rather than a minor inconvenience, so avoid making every day depend on being outdoors. Keep your walking plans flexible and use a dry spell when it arrives rather than saving everything for later.

Some sunshine, but a cold sea

February brings about 4.9 hours of sunshine within 10.3 hours of daylight, leaving scope for time outdoors without making this a reliably sunny break. Put longer walks into the daylight hours and keep evenings for plans that do not depend on warmth. The sea averages around 14°C, which is cold rather than merely refreshing: this is not the month to choose for comfortable holiday swimming. Even on a brighter, milder afternoon, the water remains a separate consideration from the air temperature. Dubrovnik makes more sense now for travellers content to enjoy the coast from dry land than for anyone packing mainly for the beach.