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Split vs Dubrovnik in March

Split and Dubrovnik are close in March. Split averages 8–14°C with low crowds; Dubrovnik 8–14°C with low crowds.

By Daan · Last reviewed October 2026

Split and Dubrovnik

The verdict for March

  • WeatherVery similar5.5/10 vs 5.5/10
  • CrowdsVery similarLow vs Low
  • PricesVery similar€€ vs €€
  • OverallVery similar6.4/10 vs 6.4/10
Split's waterfront with palm trees and Marjan hill rising behind the old town

Split in March

Early spring

Temperature
8–14°C
Crowds
Low
Prices
€€

+Mild days and few visitors.

–Rain showers and some closures.

March sees the Riva awake again, with terraces open on sunny days and island ferries on winter timetables.

Dubrovnik's old town and harbour seen from the city walls

Dubrovnik in March

Early spring and open terraces

Temperature
8–14°C
Crowds
Low
Prices
€€

+Quiet walls and mild days for sightseeing.

–Showery, with some places still closed.

March is one of the best months for walking the city walls without queues. Services start to reopen towards the end of the month.

Scores and crowd levels are my own judgement; temperatures are monthly averages. Higher scores are better: quieter, cheaper and more pleasant.