May weather - Spring 2024 - Split, Croatia

Weather in May
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Average rainfall in May
Average rainfall days in May
Average snowfall days in May
Average sea temperature in May
Average daylight in May
Average sunshine in May
Average UV index in May

Panorama of Split, Croatia with the view of the Dalmatia waterfront and a distant mountain

Weather in May

The arrival of May in Split ushers in a marked shift in weather, with the temperatures soaring high and summer clearly on the horizon. It's also when the city sees the longest sunshine hours, making it an opportune time for sunbathing on the beach. While the sea gets warmer, making swimming more enjoyable, the frequency of rainfall drops. Sunlit and dry, May is the precursor to the forthcoming hot summer months—June, July, and August.

Temperature

May's onset in Split is marked by a temperature increase, moving from a refreshing 17.4°C (63.3°F) in April to an agreeable 22.5°C (72.5°F). Throughout May, Split encounters an average temperature drop to a mild 15.2°C (59.4°F).

Rainfall

In Split, in May, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 110 rainfall days, and 816mm (32.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

March through December are months without snowfall in Split.

Sea temperature

In Split, the average seawater temperature in May is 18.3°C (64.9°F).
Note: Most individuals do not find swimming at 18.3°C (64.9°F) to be enjoyable. As the water temperature declines below 21°C (69.8°F), maintaining control over one's breathing becomes harder.

Daylight

In Split, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 20:27 CEST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Split is 8.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Guard against overexposure. Protection from sun-induced harm is essential. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Split?

May temperatures in Split vary between a high-temperature of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and a low-temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F).

How much does it rain in Split in May?

In Split, Croatia, in May, during 9 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Split?

March through December are months without snowfall in Split.

What is the sea temperature in May in Split?

In Split, in May, the average water temperature is 18.3°C (64.9°F). For most, swimming in 18.3°C (64.9°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

What is the average length of the day in May in Split?

In Split, Croatia, the average day length in May is 14h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Split?

On the first day of May in Split, sunrise is at 05:46 and sunset at 19:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 20:27 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Split have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Split?

In Split, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

Jun

Average high temperature

17.4°C 63.3°F

22.5°C 72.5°F

26.7°C 80.1°F

Average low temperature

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Split, Croatia

Average high temperature in May: 22.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (29.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 15.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (21.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.4°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Split, Croatia

Average rainfall in May: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (113.7mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (28.4mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Split, Croatia

Average rainfall days in May: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Split, Croatia

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Split, Croatia

Average sea temperature in May: 18.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.5°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Split, Croatia

Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average UV index in May
Split, Croatia

Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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May weather forecast
Split, Croatia

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