AI-generatedCavtat at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 34°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 25.9°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,550 h
- Rain a year
- 1,609 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 7 m
Climate in Cavtat
Cavtat has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 34 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,550 hours of sunshine a year, Cavtat is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 11.1 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Cavtat
The best time to visit Cavtat is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable in March, in May and in October. From July to August it can get very hot, with highs of up to 34 °C. Rain is frequent in April and from November to December; the wettest month is November with 256 mm.
Cavtat through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Cavtat in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 17–26 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 7.1 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Cavtat in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 31–34 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 19 rainy days in all
Cavtat in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 18–28 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.0 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Cavtat in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.2 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Oct
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar, May, Oct
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Peak heat
Jul – Aug
Highs of 33 °C or more
Rainy months
Apr, Nov – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: June – July, September
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Good
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 16°
- Midday, 13:00: about 23°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 23°
- Evening, 20:00: about 19°
- Night, 23:00: about 16°
06:5918:07
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:41–07:37 · evening 17:29–18:24
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:30–06:41 · evening 18:24–18:35
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Cavtat compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 26° at the start of the month to 21° at the end. The sea cools from 22° to 20°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 11° |
| Sea | 22° | 20° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.5 h |
What is the weather like in Cavtat in October?
In October, Cavtat is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 179 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Cavtat.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 8 min06:59 – 18:07
- UV index
- 4 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 16 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 47 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Snow days
- 0 days1 cm or more of fresh snow
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %73 %
- Seaweight 25 %59 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %53 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %54 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Swimwear
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in Cavtat
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
June has the better holiday weather in Cavtat: score 91 against 62. In June, days are 8 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 2 °C warmer in June. June has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 62 | 91better |
| Daytime high | 23° | 31° |
| Night-time low | 13° | 20° |
| Sea | 21.1° | 22.8° |
| Sunshine | 6.2 h | 10.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 11 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 179 mm | 60 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 11 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Cavtat month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
12January13° · Sea 15° · 4.0 h
In January, Cavtat is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 4 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 165 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in January16February14° · Sea 14° · 4.8 h
In February, Cavtat is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 153 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in February19March17° · Sea 14° · 6.0 h
In March, Cavtat is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 141 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in March30April21° · Sea 16° · 6.8 h
In April, Cavtat is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 126 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in April69May26° · Sea 19° · 8.4 h
In May, Cavtat is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 95 mm in total. All in all, May is a good month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in May91June31° · Sea 23° · 10.2 h
In June, Cavtat is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 60 mm. On about 18 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in June85July34° · Sea 25° · 11.1 h
In July, Cavtat is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 11.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 38 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in July82August34° · Sea 26° · 10.4 h
In August, Cavtat is very hot: daytime highs average 34 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 25.9 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 56 mm. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in August88September28° · Sea 24° · 7.8 h
In September, Cavtat is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 23.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 145 mm in total. On about 8 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in September62October23° · Sea 21° · 6.2 h
In October, Cavtat is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. Expect around 6.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 179 mm in total. All in all, October is a good month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in October15November18° · Sea 19° · 4.0 h
In November, Cavtat is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 18.8 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 256 mm. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in November10December14° · Sea 16° · 3.8 h
In December, Cavtat is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun is scarce, with only about 3.8 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 196 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Cavtat.
Cavtat in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in August: 34°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Cavtat
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
CoolOctober: nights around 13°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in January (4°), the warmest in August (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and in September. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from December to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 57 days a year, mostly from July to August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 12 | 13° | 4° | 14.6° | 4.0 h | 12 | 165 |
| FebruaryFeb | 16 | 14° | 5° | 14.3° | 4.8 h | 11 | 153 |
| MarchMar | 19 | 17° | 8° | 14.3° | 6.0 h | 12 | 141 |
| AprilApr | 30 | 21° | 11° | 15.5° | 6.8 h | 13 | 126 |
| MayMay | 69 | 26° | 15° | 18.7° | 8.4 h | 11 | 95 |
| JuneJun | 91 | 31° | 20° | 22.8° | 10.2 h | 8 | 60 |
| JulyJul | 85 | 34° | 22° | 25.2° | 11.1 h | 5 | 38 |
| AugustAug | 82 | 34° | 22° | 25.9° | 10.4 h | 6 | 56 |
| SeptemberSep | 88 | 28° | 17° | 23.8° | 7.8 h | 9 | 145 |
| OctoberOct | 62 | 23° | 13° | 21.1° | 6.2 h | 11 | 179 |
| NovemberNov | 15 | 18° | 10° | 18.8° | 4.0 h | 14 | 256 |
| DecemberDec | 10 | 14° | 6° | 16.4° | 3.8 h | 13 | 196 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
42.58° N, 18.22° E · 7 m · Europe/Zagreb
Sea temperatureUp to 26° in August
Sea temperature in Cavtat
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 20.1 – 22.2 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Oct
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Cavtat ranges from 14.3 °C in February to 25.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 24.7 and 26.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 14.6° | 13.9° | 15.7° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 14.3° | 13.5° | 14.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 14.3° | 13.3° | 15.0° | cold |
| AprilApr | 15.5° | 14.7° | 16.3° | cold |
| MayMay | 18.7° | 17.8° | 19.9° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 22.8° | 21.6° | 23.8° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 25.2° | 23.8° | 26.3° | pleasant |
| AugustAug | 25.9° | 24.7° | 26.8° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 23.8° | 22.5° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| OctoberOct | 21.1° | 20.1° | 22.2° | refreshing |
| NovemberNov | 18.8° | 17.5° | 20.0° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 16.4° | 15.0° | 17.4° | cold |
Sunshine2,550 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Cavtat
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.2 of 11.1 hours of daylight in Cavtat, 56 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain1,609 mm a year, most in November
Rain in Cavtat: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Cavtat has about 11 rainy days with 179 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 9 in June
UV index in Cavtat
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 4 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 45 min
- Light brown skin
- about 65 min
- Olive skin
- about 85 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & cloudsWindiest in March: 19 km/h
Wind and clouds in Cavtat
How breezy and how cloudy Cavtat is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Cavtat typically peaks at 16 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 47 % of the sky over Cavtat: variable cloud, with about 6.2 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat & humidity86 days of 30° or more a year
Heat and humidity in Cavtat
How often the day gets hot in Cavtat (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Cavtat has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 23 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Cavtat
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Cavtat in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Cavtat has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 83) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 11).
- 27
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 73
May half-term
May – Jun
Good
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.8 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 83
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 34 °C by day
- Sea 26 °C
- 10.6 h of sun a day
- 6 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
Keep in mind: Peak heat
- 62
October half-term
Oct
Good
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 21 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 11
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 3.9 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 2 h 35 min
- Distance
- 1,720 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: Croatia
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Croatian
- Sockets
- Type C, F · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the right
- Dialling code
- +385
- Emergency number
- 112
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Cavtat vs Dubrovnik
In October the holiday weather in Cavtat and Dubrovnik is about equally good (score 62 vs 61). During the day it is about as warm in Dubrovnik as in Cavtat. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Cavtat | Dubrovnik |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 62 | 61 |
| Daytime high | 23° | 23° |
| Sea | 21° | 21° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 11 | 10 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
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- 8CavtatThis page23°21°62
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Frequently asked questions about Cavtat
When is the best time to visit Cavtat?
The best time to visit Cavtat is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Cavtat?
The sea temperature in Cavtat ranges from 14.3 °C in February to 25.9 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to October.
Can you swim in Cavtat in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim.
What is the warmest month in Cavtat?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 34 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Cavtat?
Rain is frequent in April and from November to December; the wettest month is November with 256 mm. The driest month is July with 38 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Cavtat get?
Cavtat gets around 2,550 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 11.1 hours a day; in December there are 3.8 hours a day.
What time zone is Cavtat in?
Cavtat is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Cavtat?
A nonstop flight from London to Cavtat takes about 2 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,720 km.
Which school holidays are best for Cavtat?
Cavtat has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 83) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 11). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 27, May half-term 73, summer holidays 83, October half-term 62, Christmas holidays 11.