Weather in Dubrovnik in November

How November compares

November is the 8th warmest month of the year in Dubrovnik and ranks 110th of 134 destinations we compare for November - see where else is hot in November. Within Croatia it is 1st of 4 (Croatia in November). Against London's average high of 10.4°C in November, Dubrovnik is 5.4°C warmer by day and 5.3°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in November

The typical November day in Dubrovnik peaks at 15.8°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 19.5°C or more. Roughly 1 in 1000 days top 25°C. Nights average 10.2°C; one night in ten drops to 5.5°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest November day here reached 25.7°C (2004-11-03) and the coldest night 1.2°C (1995-11-24).

Rain in November

Wet (more than 8 rainy days): about 14 days with 1 mm or more, 240 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest November was 2019 with 535 mm, the driest 2020 with 12 mm. Humidity averages 77%.

Sea temperature in November

The sea averages 18.5°C - bracing (18-22°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 17.2°C to 19.7°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (25.6°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 9.5 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:39 and sets about 16:25 local time in mid-November. Average cloud cover is 57%.

Is November a good time to visit Dubrovnik?

November 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.

Mild afternoons, cooler evenings

The average daytime high of 15.8°C is comfortable for walking in layers, without summer heat dictating your schedule. It is not reliable T-shirt weather, though: sunshine may feel pleasant, while evenings call for a jacket as average lows fall to 10.2°C. The warmest days can reach 19.5°C or more, but colder nights can drop to 5.5°C or below. Pack a jumper and long trousers rather than building your luggage around an unusually warm afternoon. November works best if you prefer being active in mild conditions to sitting outside in sustained warmth; midday heat is not the main concern here.

Rain is the main compromise

Rain is the strongest reason to hesitate over November. About 14 days receive measurable rain, so a tightly planned outdoor itinerary leaves little room to adapt. Bring a waterproof jacket and shoes you are comfortable wearing in wet conditions, and keep your plans changeable. There are about 4.1 hours of sunshine within 9.5 hours of daylight, which makes it sensible to use a dry morning rather than assume the afternoon will be better. Those averages do not mean every wet day is a washout, but they do mean you should be content with a trip that includes time indoors.

Treat swimming as an optional extra

At an average of 18.5°C, the sea is bracing and unlikely to satisfy anyone picturing long, relaxed swims. Its November range of 17°C to 20°C also means conditions can feel noticeably less inviting in a cooler year. If you already enjoy cooler-water swimming, you may still want to pack swimwear, but it should not be the basis of your booking. Bring warm, dry clothes for afterwards, especially with mild rather than hot air temperatures. For a holiday centred on warmth, the stronger months here are August, July and June; November is better approached as a city stay with swimming optional.