What to expect in Split in April
April is a strong choice for Split: 18° / 9°, with plenty of space at the main sights and some of the best deals of the year.
Split weather in April
Typical conditions in Split during April, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 18°C 64°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 9°C 48°F |
| Rainfall | Wet 60/100 |
| Total rainfall | 62 mm2.4 in |
| Rainy days | 10 |
| Sea temperature | 15°C 59°F |
| Daylight | 13 h 25 min |
| How it feels | Mild — layers weather |
Average highs sit around 18°C with lows near 9°C. Expect a fair amount of rain, so plan indoor backups.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are Low for Split — plenty of space at the main sights.
Prices & value
This month counts as low season: some of the best deals of the year.
What to pack
Layers you can shed: 18°C by day and about 9°C after dark is a two-jacket kind of month. Add a compact rain shell and shoes you do not mind soaking; this is one of the wetter months.
What it costs
This is one of the cheaper months to visit Split. Flights and accommodation sit near their yearly floor, and you can usually book late without being punished for it. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 59% less.
Who this month suits
- Travellers who want the most reliable weather
- Anyone travelling on a budget
- People who would rather have space than perfect conditions
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
Events & what’s on
Look out for Split Half Marathon while you’re there.
- Split Half Marathon — Runners race along the Riva waterfront and around the Marjan peninsula each spring.
Split in April compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February | 11° / 4° | Low | $ | 61 |
| March | 14° / 6° | Low | $ | 62 |
| April · This month | 18° / 9° | Low | $ | 62 |
| May | 22° / 13° | Moderate | $$ | 61 |
| June | 27° / 17° | High | $$ | 52 |
These months score higher for Split on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in April
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in April.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
