What to pack for Dubrovnik in December
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 75%; max daily wind around 22 km/h.
How December compares
Best months in Dubrovnik: June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Dubrovnik guide.
Dubrovnik in December: the details
In December, Dubrovnik sees average daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows of 7°C (44°F). Rainfall totals roughly 264 mm across 14.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 5.7 hours per day with 8.9 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 75%.
In context: December is the 10th-warmest month and the second-wettest in Dubrovnik. The sunniest month is July (13.7 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 14°C / 57°F |
| Overnight low | 7°C / 44°F |
| Rainfall | 264 mm over 14.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 5.7 h/day (8.9 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 75% |
| Travel score | 5.3 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Dubrovnik, Croatia (42.64, 18.11) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Dubrovnik in December?
Daytime highs in Dubrovnik in December average 14°C (57°F); nights drop to about 7°C.
Does it rain in Dubrovnik in December?
Expect around 14.7 rainy days and 264 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Dubrovnik?
December is a fair shoulder-season month in Dubrovnik — decent conditions with some trade-offs. Overall travel score: 5.3/10. The best months are June & September–October.
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