Dubrovnik Harbour sailing weather today — go/no-go
GO — Yes — go sailing. Sailing score 100/100 · Croatia. Best window starts around Today 11:00 PM.
About sailing in Dubrovnik Harbour
Dubrovnik Harbour opens to the Elafiti Islands and the southern Adriatic—a UNESCO-listed walled city and major Croatia charter hub. Day sails reach Lokrum, Koločep, and Lopud when Maestral fills; overnight hops continue toward Korčula and Mljet in settled weather. Sailors checking Dubrovnik sailing conditions use this page for today's wind, seas, and go/no-go before leaving the old harbour or ACI marina.
Best time to sail
May through October brings the most reliable sailing weather; July and August are busiest but offer strong Maestral afternoons. Shoulder months (May, September, early October) often mean lighter crowds and still-warm water.
Sailing notes
Bura katabatic gusts can be violent down the coastal mountains—reef early and avoid open Adriatic crossings on strong Bura or Jugo warnings. Anchorages near the city walls and cruise-ship lanes get crowded; book ACI or Gruž berths ahead in peak season. Ferry and tourist-boat traffic near Lokrum needs active watchkeeping.
Dubrovnik Harbour wind and sailing weather
Summer Maestral sea breeze typically fills from the northwest each afternoon—classic Dubrovnik sailing conditions for Elafiti day sails. Morning calms are common. Bura (northeast) and Jugo (southeast) bring heavier weather, steeper seas, and the main no-go triggers for coastal passages.
Dubrovnik Harbour sailing FAQ
What are Dubrovnik sailing conditions usually like in summer?
Expect light mornings and a northwest Maestral building through the afternoon—often ideal for Elafiti day sails. Always check the live SailCall verdict for Bura or Jugo exceptions before you leave.
What are sailing conditions like in Dubrovnik Harbour today?
SailCall publishes a live go, caution, or no-go sailing conditions verdict for Dubrovnik Harbour based on wind, seas, visibility, and timing. Check the live score on this page before you leave the dock.
When is the best time to sail in Dubrovnik Harbour?
May through October brings the most reliable sailing weather; July and August are busiest but offer strong Maestral afternoons. Shoulder months (May, September, early October) often mean lighter crowds and still-warm water.
What wind patterns should I expect in Dubrovnik Harbour?
Summer Maestral sea breeze typically fills from the northwest each afternoon—classic Dubrovnik sailing conditions for Elafiti day sails. Morning calms are common. Bura (northeast) and Jugo (southeast) bring heavier weather, steeper seas, and the main no-go triggers for coastal passages.
Is it good for sailing in Dubrovnik Harbour today?
Yes — Sailing Score 100/100.
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Wind, seas, rain, visibility, and pressure for today's coastal day sail, using WeatherAPI.com forecast and marine data. Wave outlook is included; tide times are not yet — check a local tide table before harbor entry. Not a chart plotter or passage planner.
Should I go sailing today?
Dubrovnik Harbour
GO
Yes — go sailing
100
Sailing score
Next 24 hours
Hourly sailing comfort at the harbor — today and tomorrow are local to the marina.
Best intervals: Tomorrow 12:00 AM – 2:00 PM · Tomorrow 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Boat type
Showing Keelboat wind thresholds
Hover or tap an hour for details · Next 24 hours
At harbor: Sat, Oct 3, 11:00 PM (Central European Summer Time)
The call
Conditions near Dubrovnik Harbour look favorable — the best window in the next 24 hours is tomorrow early morning.
Location
Dubrovnik Harbour, Croatia
Today's seas
Daily wave outlook from WeatherAPI.com. Waves and swell, not tides.
- Significant waves
- 0.0 m
- Relatively calm on the surface. Still check wind against tide at the harbor mouth.
- Swell
- 0.0 m
- Swell period and direction affect how the boat rolls and whether wind waves stack on top.
Conditions at a glance
What stood out in the forecast
Wind
Good5 kt · BF 2
Sustained to 5 kt · gusts to 15 kt · BF 4
Beaufort 4 — a workable breeze for most day sails. Watch for funneling between headlands and tall buildings near harbors; local gusts can exceed the open-water forecast.
Seas
Good0.0 m
Significant wave height 0.0 m
Relatively modest seas today (swell ~0.0 m). Still evaluate harbor entrance and wind against any tidal stream using local pilot notes.
Rain
Good4%
0.0 mm total · 4% peak chance · 0 wet hour(s)
Little rain expected — one less factor stealing visibility and grip on deck. Still pack a light jacket; conditions change faster on the water than ashore.
Air temperature
Good22°C
Air 13–22°C · feels like 10–22°C
Comfortable air temperatures for deck work, but water temperature may still be much colder — a dip without proper gear can shock even on a warm day.
Visibility
Good5.4 nm
Lowest 5.4 nm · best 5.4 nm today
Generally clear sightlines (about 10.0–5.4 nm). Good for spotting traffic and shoreline references — still verify charted marks; glare and spray can fool you even on “clear” days.
Barometric pressure
Good1027 hPa
1027 hPa → steady (2 hPa change)
Pressure is steady — no strong synoptic system pushing through on this snapshot. Local wind, sea breeze, and geography still dominate near shore.
UV / sun
FairUV 6
High index — plan sun protection before you leave the dock. · peak near 10:00
UV 6.0 is elevated. Cloud cover does not block all UV — protect skin and eyes, especially on white decks and sails.
Why we said GO
What pushed the score — how we score
How we decided
We score sailing conditions with fixed thresholds, so you can see why we picked go, caution, or no-go. Official charts, tide books, and your own judgment still run the show.
- GO — sailing score ≥70 with no critical blockers
- CAUTION — score 45–69, or manageable risks
- NO-GO — score <45 or dangerous wind/seas/storms
Engine v1.2.0 · WeatherAPI.com marine + forecast · Evaluated Sat, Oct 3, 11:18 PM (Central European Summer Time)
What should I do?
What to do next
Check local tide tables
SailCall does not include tide data yet — verify harbor depth before you go.
At harbor: Sat, Oct 3, 11:00 PM (Central European Summer Time)
Day outlook
2-day · °C, kt, m, nm, mm
Today
Good
23°C / 12°C
No rain
Favorable sailing conditions expected (remaining hours).
Tomorrow
Fair
22°C / 13°C
No rain
Sail with preparation: breezy conditions.
Forecast data from third-party providers.