Best time to visit Split, Croatia

Our verdict

The best time to visit Split is June-July

Based on a number of criteria such as the weather conditions, cost of flights and hotels, peak travel seasons and much more, June-July is the best time to go to Split.

In summer, the temperature in Split can rise as high as 31℃ (87℉). The weather at night in the winter can get down to temperatures as low as 1℃ (34℉).

The days are longest in Split in August, so if you want to see the sights during the day when the sun is up for the longest time, it’s best to visit around that time of year. To stay dry, avoid travelling to Split in November – It’s the wettest month of the year.

Keep reading to find out more detailed information about the seasons and climate in Split, as well as our favourite tools to help you find the best options for transport, accommodation, and much more.

Warmest month

August

Least rainfall

August

Most daylight

August

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Split seasons

Before you continue, it’s important to know when the seasons are in Split as they might be different to yours depending on where in the world you’re travelling from. Split is in the Northern Hemisphere, so the seasons fall during these months:

Season Months
Summer June to August
Autumn/fall September to November
Winter December to February
Spring March to May

Average temperatures in Split

If the temperature is a big factor for you to help you decide when to visit, the chart below shows the average minimum and maximum temperatures in Split for each month side-by-side so you can easily see the difference in weather throughout the year. To see the temperatures in both Celsius (°C) and Fahrenheit (°F), hover or tap the shaded boxes on the graph.

Split climate by month

If you already have a rough idea about which months you might want to travel, the section below shows a detailed breakdown of the climate in Split for each month so you can see if it all suits your wants and needs. Scroll down, or use the quick menu below to jump to your preferred month.

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Split in January

  • Average temperature: 7℃ (45℉)
  • Average high temperature: 9℃ (49℉)
  • Average low temperature: 5℃ (41℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 18 days
  • Average rainfall: 50mm (2") over 11 days
18 days
of pure sunshine
11 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in January, make sure you pack a thick snow/winter jacket, thermals and some extra layers as it's always very cold.


Split in February

  • Average temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
  • Average high temperature: 10℃ (50℉)
  • Average low temperature: 5℃ (42℉)
  • Average humidity: 72%
  • Average sunny days: 16 days
  • Average rainfall: 40mm (2") over 11 days
  • Average snow days: 1 days
16 days
of pure sunshine
11 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in February, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Split in March

  • Average temperature: 10℃ (51℉)
  • Average high temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
  • Average low temperature: 8℃ (46℉)
  • Average humidity: 70%
  • Average sunny days: 17 days
  • Average rainfall: 36mm (1") over 12 days
17 days
of pure sunshine
12 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in March, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Split in April

  • Average temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
  • Average high temperature: 16℃ (62℉)
  • Average low temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
  • Average humidity: 69%
  • Average sunny days: 17 days
  • Average rainfall: 42mm (2") over 12 days
17 days
of pure sunshine
12 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in April, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Split in May

  • Average temperature: 17℃ (63℉)
  • Average high temperature: 20℃ (68℉)
  • Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
  • Average humidity: 68%
  • Average sunny days: 15 days
  • Average rainfall: 45mm (2") over 12 days
15 days
of pure sunshine
12 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in May, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie for the evenings and some light clothes for the daytime.


Split in June

  • Average temperature: 22℃ (71℉)
  • Average high temperature: 25℃ (76℉)
  • Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
  • Average humidity: 66%
  • Average sunny days: 16 days
  • Average rainfall: 30mm (1") over 9 days
16 days
of pure sunshine
9 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in June, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.


Split in July

  • Average temperature: 24℃ (76℉)
  • Average high temperature: 28℃ (82℉)
  • Average low temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
  • Average humidity: 61%
  • Average sunny days: 21 days
  • Average rainfall: 27mm (1") over 6 days
21 days
of pure sunshine
6 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in July, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Split in August

  • Average temperature: 25℃ (77℉)
  • Average high temperature: 28℃ (83℉)
  • Average low temperature: 21℃ (71℉)
  • Average humidity: 59%
  • Average sunny days: 23 days
  • Average rainfall: 9mm (0") over 5 days
23 days
of pure sunshine
5 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in August, make sure you pack t-shirts and light clothing.


Split in September

  • Average temperature: 21℃ (69℉)
  • Average high temperature: 24℃ (75℉)
  • Average low temperature: 18℃ (64℉)
  • Average humidity: 64%
  • Average sunny days: 20 days
  • Average rainfall: 37mm (1") over 8 days
20 days
of pure sunshine
8 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in September, make sure you pack t-shirts for the daytime and maybe a light jumper for the evenings as it cools down a bit.

Split in October

  • Average temperature: 16℃ (62℉)
  • Average high temperature: 19℃ (67℉)
  • Average low temperature: 14℃ (57℉)
  • Average humidity: 68%
  • Average sunny days: 22 days
  • Average rainfall: 41mm (2") over 9 days
22 days
of pure sunshine
9 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in October, make sure you pack a light jumper or hoodie.


Split in November

  • Average temperature: 13℃ (55℉)
  • Average high temperature: 15℃ (59℉)
  • Average low temperature: 11℃ (52℉)
  • Average humidity: 74%
  • Average sunny days: 17 days
  • Average rainfall: 90mm (4") over 12 days
17 days
of pure sunshine
12 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in November, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Split in December

  • Average temperature: 8℃ (47℉)
  • Average high temperature: 11℃ (51℉)
  • Average low temperature: 6℃ (44℉)
  • Average humidity: 71%
  • Average sunny days: 18 days
  • Average rainfall: 52mm (2") over 12 days
18 days
of pure sunshine
12 days
of showers or rain

What to pack: If you’re heading to Split in December, make sure you pack a warm jacket or coat.


Top FAQs

The hottest month of the year in Split is usually August, where temperatures tend to rise to around 28℃ (83℉) in the middle of the day or early afternoon.
The month with the least amount of rain in Split is generally around August. The dry season often coincides with cooler weather, so you should check the temperatures in August first to make sure it’s still a good time to go.
The rainiest time of year in Split is generally around November, although the wetter season can sometimes extend a few months either side of November too.
If you want to get the most out of your time visiting Split, or if you're just afraid of the dark, the days in August are usually the longest between sunrise and sunset.

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