What to pack for Split in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 66%; max daily wind around 17 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Split: April–June & September–October. See the full best time to visit Split guide.
Split in May: the details
In May, Split sees average daytime highs of 22°C (72°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (58°F). Rainfall totals roughly 118 mm across 11.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 11.4 hours per day with 14.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 66%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the 5th-wettest in Split. The sunniest month is July (13.6 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22°C / 72°F |
| Overnight low | 15°C / 58°F |
| Rainfall | 118 mm over 11.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 11.4 h/day (14.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 66% |
| Travel score | 8.9 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Split, Croatia (43.51, 16.44) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Split in May?
Daytime highs in Split in May average 22°C (72°F); nights drop to about 15°C.
Does it rain in Split in May?
Expect around 11.8 rainy days and 118 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Split?
May is one of the best months to visit Split. Overall travel score: 8.9/10. The best months are April–June & September–October.
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