What's The Weather Like in Dubrovnik in May?
May in Dubrovnik is when temperatures really begin to climb and the summer season truly kicks off. Tourists flock to the Old Town, restaurants and museums open and extend their hours, and the weather triumphs it all by warming up considerably.
Is It Hot In Dubrovnik In May?
Average temperatures reach a very pleasant high of around 21°C and reach a low of a very manageable 11°C. May is certainly not the hottest month in the cityhat award traditionally goes to August, with an average high of 28°C, rarely exceeding 32°C.
May Sunshine Hours In Dubrovnik
The amount of sunshine per day in May is about an average of 12 hours.
Does It Rain In Dubrovnik In May?
However, average rainfall during May is around 75mm over 10 days, so although it is likely to be generally dry and warm, there is still a risk of showers during your trip so make sure to pack something waterproof just in case.
How Warm Is The Sea In May In Dubrovnik
The average sea temperature during May is 18°C (64°F), so the braver among you may be tempted to head out for a swim but be sure to check the local weather forecast before venturing out.
How Windy Is May In Dubrovnik?
Daily wind speed averages in May range from 2mph to 17 mph (light air to moderate breeze), and there's rarely anything stronger.
Dubrovnik Beach for May
Banje
As to be expected, Dubrovnik's beaches are some of the most popular on the Adriatic. For a quick jaunt from Old Town, head over to Banje a pebble beach with beautiful views of the city ramparts.
Another close option is Buze Beach , which attracts the younger crowd with its café bar and location beneath the city cliffs.
St. Jacob
is often considered to be one of the most beautiful beaches in Dubrovnik. Being in the close proximity to the city centre, it is situated in a small cove covered with pebble. Enjoy in jet-ski rides and kayak paddling when you are taking a break from swimming and relaxing in the crystal clear sea.
Copacabana beach
Those looking for an area more removed will find it at Copacabana beach, just a short taxi ride away on the Lapad Peninsula. With its summer activities and water sports, it's a great choice for families. Or take a 40-minute ferry from Dubrovnik to Sunj Beach on the Island of Lopud
Betina Cave Beach
Betina Cave Beach is a special cave beach, only reachable from the sea. The cave never gets too hot, even in the summer time and the pebbles are round and comfortable to sit on. Book a kayaking tour for swimming and relaxation on this beach. The beach has become a lot more popular recently so has lost a bit of its secrecy and charm.
Bars and Restaurants
Nautika
There are several magnificent restaurants around town, some world-renowned. Nautika (Brasalje 3) was once voted the seventh most romantic restaurant in the world. Sample the shaved black truffles and pistachio sorbet. For a classy seafood option, visit the elegant upstairs terrace at Proto (Siroka 1), where you can order Adriatic shrimps and brodetto with polenta.
East-West Beach Club
After dinner and cocktails, dance the night away at one of the famous discos. The young and hip crowd might try their luck at this nightclub with an open-air rooftop lounge. For something more mellow, sample the digestifs and local wines of D'Vino (4A Palmoticeva), an intimate wine bar tucked away in a stone alley.
Things to do in Dubrovnik in May
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Peljesac Peninsula
As the weather is beginning to warm up into summer, grab a chair on a restaurant terrace or in a café and sample some delicious Croatian wine. Some of the best wines are brought in from the nearby Peljesac Peninsula, where acres of vineyards are interspersed by olive trees just 70 km north of the city.
Franciscan Monastery
Lovers of art and history should certainly not miss the beautiful Franciscan Monastery (Placa 2), which houses artefacts such as ancient manuscripts, laboratory equipment and old medical books that date back centuries. The old Pharmacy, first established in 1317, is the third oldest working pharmacy in the world. F
Lokrum Island's Benedictine Abbey
If you have some extra days, take a ferry out to one of the beautiful nature-laden islands. Lokrum Island's Benedictine abbey, languid beaches, and peacock gardens is just a 10-minute ferry ride away. At one end you'll find a pretty saltwater pool known as Mrtvo More, the Dead Sea.
