May weather forecastDubrovnik, Croatia
May
Weather in May
Dubrovnik embraces summer in May as signs of warmer weather patterns surface. An increase in sunlight hours combined with a decrease in relative humidity paves the way for comfortable exploration and sightseeing. Rainfall levels dip even further during this month, hitting an average of 51mm (2.01"). Coupled with a rise in sea temperature, the favourable weather encourages locals and visitors alike to begin visiting Dubrovnik's well-known beaches and scenic coastal areas.Temperature
May's arrival coincides with a marginal rise in the average high-temperature, moving from April's moderate 15.8°C (60.4°F) to a still refreshing 19.5°C (67.1°F). May nights in Dubrovnik cool down to an average low-temperature of 14.3°C (57.7°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Dubrovnik is 70%.Rainfall
In May, in Dubrovnik, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 134.6 rainfall days, and 827mm (32.56") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January, March through December are months without snowfall in Dubrovnik.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Dubrovnik is 18.8°C (65.8°F).Note: Most people do not find pleasure in swimming when the water temperature is 18.8°C (65.8°F). Breathing becomes increasingly difficult to manage as the water temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:41 and sunset at 19:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 20:18 CEST.
Sunshine
In Dubrovnik, the average sunshine in May is 11h.UV index
In Dubrovnik, Croatia, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 5 during May leads to these instructions:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average high temperature in May: 19.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 14.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.8°C).
Average pressure in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average wind speed in May: 12.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).
Average humidity in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (62%).
Average rainfall in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average rainfall in May: 51mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (165mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (22mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average snowfall in May: 0mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average sea temperature in May: 18.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (25.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (14.2°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average UV index in May: 5
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average cloud cover in May: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).
Average visibility in May
Dubrovnik, Croatia
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
