Best Time to Visit Split
Best time to visit Split: April, June, July and August. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Split
Go in April, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and November - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Split month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 54° | 41° | 6,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 57° | 44° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 60° | 47° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 67° | 52° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 58° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 85° | 68° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 89° | 72° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 89° | 72° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 80° | 65° | 5,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 71° | 57° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 61° | 47° | 8,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 56° | 43° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Split compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Split.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | 101 mi | 54°F | 40°F cooler | 38 in |
| Dubrovnik | 102 mi | 62°F | about the same | 76 in |
| Plitvice Lakes National Park | 103 mi | 51°F | 43°F cooler | 56 in |
| Plitvice Lakes | 103 mi | 51°F | 43°F cooler | 56 in |
| Plitvice Lakes National Park | 103 mi | 51°F | 43°F cooler | 56 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and November - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Split is a city in Croatia. Split is known for Diocletian's Palace and island ferries. It has a population of about 178.000.
Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Split with clear. It feels like 86°F. Today runs from 80°F to 92°F. Chance of precipitation is 3%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Split is April, June, July and August. The climate is temperate. January, February and November tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 89°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), about 244 mi away. Nearby highlights include Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes and Old City of Dubrovnik.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 92°F is 3.8°F above the 89°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Split today at 9.9/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Split right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:16 PM, Aug 22 local time.
Weekend outlook
⛅ 92° / 80°
Partly cloudy · 3% rain · wind 14 mph
☀️ 93° / 79°
Clear sky · 0% rain · wind 15 mph
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Split?
Split is a city in Croatia. Its coordinates are 43.5081, 16.4402. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Split right now?
It is currently 81°F (27°C) with clear. Humidity is 63% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Split?
April, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Split, which has a temperate climate. January, February and November are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Split in?
Split observes Europe/Zagreb (UTC+02:00). The local time is 7:16 PM.
How many people live in Split?
Split has a population of approximately 178.000.
What is the nearest airport to Split?
The closest airports are Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), 244 mi away, Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 244 mi away and Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD), 303 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Split?
Popular options include Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes, Old City of Dubrovnik, Mount Vesuvius and Pompeii.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 22, 2026 at 7:16 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
