Split or Dubrovnik in July?
On climate data, Dubrovnik comes out ahead overall in July. See the per-criterion details below.
SplitPhoto: dronepicr · CC BY 2.0
DubrovnikPhoto: Sharon Hahn Darlin · CC BY 4.0Key figures in July
| Criterion | Split | Dubrovnik |
|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 28 °C | 27 °C |
| Average daily low | 21 °C | 23 °C |
| Sea | 24 °C | 25 °C ★ |
| Rainy days | 5 rainy days (est.) | 5 rainy days (est.) |
| Sun | 9 h/day | 9 h/day |
| Humidity | 58 % | 63 % |
Winner by travel type
Split or Dubrovnik in July: the short answer
In July, Dubrovnik comes out ahead on the overall climate score (Split 89/100 vs Dubrovnik 92/100). 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 July as a representative month for the pair; for any other month, use each destination's month-by-month pages. Across the whole year Split averages a climate score of 61/100, Dubrovnik 61/100. Both profiles below are historical monthly averages, not a forecast.
Weather in July, side by side
The average daily high is about 28 °C in Split and 27 °C in Dubrovnik — warmer in Split. Average daily lows are around 21 °C versus 23 °C.
On rain, Split sees about 5 rainy days in July and Dubrovnik about 5. Sunshine is comparable (9 vs 9 hours a day).
Sea temperature and swimming
In July the water is about 24 °C at Split and 25 °C at Dubrovnik — warmer for swimming at Dubrovnik. Over the year, Split 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 Split and August for Dubrovnik.
Rain and sun across the year
Over a full year Split records roughly 110 rainy days and Dubrovnik about 118 — the drier of the two overall is Split. At their sunniest, Split 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, Split 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 July scores for each travel style:
Beach & swimming: Dubrovnik scores higher in July (Split 97 vs Dubrovnik 99).
City breaks: Dubrovnik scores higher in July (Split 82 vs Dubrovnik 87).
Active & hiking: Dubrovnik scores higher in July (Split 72 vs Dubrovnik 76).
Family: Dubrovnik scores higher in July (Split 95 vs Dubrovnik 98).
Verdict: which should you pick?
In July, Dubrovnik leads across every scored category here. Choose using the July values and travel-style scores above. The rounded annual overall scores are also tied (61/100). A higher annual score therefore cannot decide the choice. Use the monthly values for your actual travel dates.