Croatia Dubrovnik Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Dubrovnik is low
December is low for Dubrovnik.
Christmas markets atmospheric but cool + wet. Many hotels closed.
Travel score
Dubrovnik December Weather Stats
Avg High
13°C
Avg Low
8°C
Rainy Days
11
130mm total
Sunshine
4h
Daily avg
Humidity
75%
moderate
UV Index
1
Low
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 40
Sea Temp
15°C
no swimming
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
17 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
12°C
Nighttime
6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 40 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas markets
- Lowest prices
Cons
- Most hotels closed
- Rain 11 days
- Sunset 16:30
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas markets at Stradun + Pile Gate
- New Year's Eve
Dubrovnik in December — Full Picture
Christmas markets atmospheric but cool + wet. Many hotels closed.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild winter.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
17.7°C
11.7°C
8.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28.7°C
21°C
5/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21°C
15°C
8.7/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current12.3°C
6.7°C
10.7/mo
Dubrovnik Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12° | 6° | 11d·105mm | 4h | 72% | 1 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 6° | 10d·95mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 8° | 9d·90mm | 6h | 67% | 3 | Quiet | Shoulder | |
| 17° | 11° | 9d·80mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 22° | 16° | 8d·60mm | 9h | 60% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 26° | 19° | 6d·35mm | 11h | 60% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| 30° | 22° | 4d·30mm | 12h | 58% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 30° | 22° | 5d·50mm | 11h | 60% | 9 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 19° | 7d·80mm | 9h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 21° | 15° | 8d·110mm | 7h | 70% | 4 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 16° | 11° | 11d·145mm | 5h | 73% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 13° | 8° | 11d·130mm | 4h | 75% | 1 | Quiet | Low season |
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Dubrovnik December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik in December is low. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Dubrovnik in December?
Dubrovnik December averages a high of 13°C and a low of 8°C.
Does it rain much in Dubrovnik in December?
Dubrovnik December averages 130mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Dubrovnik in December?
Mild winter.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Dubrovnik in December?
Dubrovnik December sunrise is 07:05 and sunset is 16:30, with 9h 25min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Dubrovnik in December?
Dubrovnik December air quality (AQI) averages 48, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 17μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Dubrovnik in December?
In December, Dubrovnik is great for Christmas markets, Walls walk (limited), Indoor museums.
Is December peak season in Dubrovnik?
Dubrovnik December crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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