Weather in Croatia in February

February climate overview

Daytime highs across Croatia in February run from 9.7°C (Pula) to 11.5°C (Dubrovnik). Days over 25°C are rare anywhere in Croatia in February. Nights average 4.9°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Pula fall to 1°C or below.

Rainfall in February

Expect around 10 rainy days (1 mm or more) in February, with Pula the driest (9 days) and Cavtat the wettest (11 days). The wettest February at Dubrovnik between 1991 and 2020 was 2013 with 348 mm; the driest was 1993 with 13 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 12.6°C around Croatia in February - warmest at Dubrovnik (13.8°C). That is cold for swimming without a wetsuit.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 10.3 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

February against the rest of the year in Croatia

February is the 11th warmest month of the twelve in Croatia. It is 0.7°C warmer than January and 2.6°C warmer in March. The hottest month here is August (28°C) and the coolest January (10°C).

Which part of Croatia in February?

• Most sunshine: Cavtat, 5.0 h a day.
• Driest: Pula, about 9 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Dubrovnik, 14°C.
• Hottest: Dubrovnik, 12°C by day.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Pula, 10°C.

What to pack for Croatia in February

Based on the averages: proper layers and a jacket - daytime highs average only 11°C; a warm layer for evenings, when it drops to around 5°C; a rain jacket - roughly 10 wet days.

Similar weather elsewhere in February

Within 1.5°C of Croatia's February daytime average: Rome (12°C, sea 14°C), Corfu (12°C, sea 15°C), Sorrento (12°C, sea 14°C), Nice (12°C, sea 13°C), Skiathos (12°C, sea 14°C). See the full ranking for February.

Which part of Croatia should you choose?

For the mildest daytime weather, choose Dubrovnik, where the February average reaches 12°C. Nearby Cavtat averages 11°C, with both places dropping to 5°C at night. Their catch is rain: each has 11 rainy days, so the extra warmth does not mean reliably dry conditions. Split also averages 11°C by day, but evenings are slightly colder at 4°C. Pula is the coolest choice at 10°C, though its 9 rainy days give it a small advantage over the other destinations for avoiding rain. These are fairly narrow differences, so choose Dubrovnik for warmth or consider Pula if a slightly lower frequency of rain matters more.

What to pack and how to plan your days

Pack a warm outer layer, something waterproof and shoes you are comfortable wearing in wet weather. With 10 rainy days across the country, leave room to move outdoor plans around rather than expecting every day to stay dry. Average sunshine of 4.9 hours makes February a month for taking advantage of brighter spells, not assuming sunshine throughout the day. Plan outdoor time for the warmer part of the day and keep an extra layer handy for evenings. This weather suits travellers happy to alternate walking with indoor breaks. If your main aim is to sit outside in light clothing or spend much of the day swimming, February is a poor fit.