Hvar or Dubrovnik in August?
On climate data, Hvar comes out ahead overall in August. See the per-criterion details below.
HvarPhoto: Argo Navis · CC BY-SA 4.0
DubrovnikPhoto: Sharon Hahn Darlin · CC BY 4.0Key figures in August
| Criterion | Hvar | Dubrovnik |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 27 °C | 28 °C |
| Average daily low | 24 °C | 24 °C |
| Sea | 25 °C | 26 °C ★ |
| Rainy days | 6 rainy days (est.) | 6 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 8 h/day | 8 h/day |
| Humidity | 70 % | 62 % |
Winner by travel type
Hvar or Dubrovnik in August: the short answer
In August, Hvar comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Hvar 91/100 vs Dubrovnik 89/100). That is a snapshot of one month, though — which one truly fits depends on what you want from the trip, so the breakdown below goes criterion by criterion.
This comparison focuses on August as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Hvar averages a climate score of 63/100, Dubrovnik 61/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in August, side by side
The average daily high is about 27 °C in Hvar and 28 °C in Dubrovnik — warmer in Dubrovnik. Average daily lows are around 24 °C versus 24 °C.
On rain, Hvar sees about 6 rainy days in August and Dubrovnik about 6. Sunshine is comparable (8 vs 8 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In August the water is about 25 °C at Hvar and 26 °C at Dubrovnik — warmer for swimming at Dubrovnik. Over the year, Hvar is comfortable for swimming (from ~21 °C) in June, July, August and September, Dubrovnik in June, July, August, September and October. Peak sea warmth is August for Hvar and August for Dubrovnik.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Hvar records roughly 109 rainy days and Dubrovnik about 118 — the drier of the two overall is Hvar. At their sunniest, Hvar reaches about 9 hours of sun a day (July) and Dubrovnik about 9 (July). If dependable dry, sunny weather is your top priority, weigh these annual totals alongside the single month above.
Best time to visit each
Climatically, Hvar is at its best in June, July, August and September, while Dubrovnik peaks in June, July, August and September. If your dates are fixed, pick the destination whose strong season overlaps them; if you are flexible, plan around these windows.
Which suits which kind of trip
Based on the August scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Hvar scores higher in August (Hvar 97 vs Dubrovnik 96).
City breaks: Hvar scores higher in August (Hvar 89 vs Dubrovnik 85).
Active & hiking: Hvar scores higher in August (Hvar 76 vs Dubrovnik 73).
Family: Hvar scores higher in August (Hvar 97 vs Dubrovnik 96).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In August, Hvar leads across every scored category here — the overall score and each travel type — so on the climate data it is the clearer pick this month. Over the year, Hvar carries the higher overall climate score. Your own priority (sun, sea, low rain or sightseeing comfort) still matters, and the month-by-month pages for each destination give you the full picture before you book.