What to expect in Split in July
July is a mixed month in Split. You get 30° / 20°, but the biggest crowds of the year. Worth it for the right traveller.
Split weather in July
Typical conditions in Split during July, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 30°C 86°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 20°C 68°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 20/100 |
| Total rainfall | 28 mm1.1 in |
| Rainy days | 6 |
| Sea temperature | 24°C 75°F |
| Daylight | 15 h 5 min |
| How it feels | Hot — midday shade matters |
Average highs sit around 30°C with lows near 20°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Split — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Lightweight, breathable clothes, strong sun protection and a refillable bottle — highs near 30°C make midday heat the main constraint. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Split. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 2% less.
Who this month suits
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
Look out for Ultra Europe, Split Summer Festival (Splitsko ljeto) while you’re there.
- Ultra Europe — One of Europe's biggest electronic music festivals fills Poljud Stadium with international DJs for three nights.
- Split Summer Festival (Splitsko ljeto) — Opera, theater, and concerts take over the peristyle of Diocletian's Palace and open-air stages each summer.
Split in July 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May | 22° / 13° | Moderate | $$ | 61 |
| June | 27° / 17° | High | $$ | 52 |
| July · This month | 30° / 20° | High | $$$ | 39 |
| August | 30° / 20° | High | $$$ | 37 |
| September | 26° / 17° | Moderate | $$ | 58 |
These months score higher for Split on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in July
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in July.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
