Split events & things to do in November 2026
Start with Diocletian Palace, Meštrović Gallery, plus Cathedral of St. Domnius. November in Split averages 16°C / 60°F highs, 11°C / 51°F nights, and about 10 rainy days.
Expect 16°C/60°F days and about 10 rainy ones in November. Start with these:
- Diocletian Palace★ 4.7 · 90.0k reviewsRoman emperor Diocletian built the seafront palace around AD 305, and Split grew inside its walls.
- Meštrović Gallery★ 4.7 · 1.4k reviewsIvan Meštrović built this seaside villa in Meje in the 1930s, and it now holds his sculptures, drawings, and architectural spaces.
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By TripSapien Research · Updated June 3, 2026
Split in November 2026
Weather
TempTemperature
60°F / 51°F
15.5°C / 10.7°C
RainPrecipitation
10d
4.9in · 125mm
LightDaylight
9.4h
Sea
64.2°F
17.9°C
November is the wettest month, so expect ferry disruptions and keep museums, cafes, and short Riva walks flexible.
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Nov 1All Saints' DayPublic holiday
- Nov 18Remembrance DayPublic holiday
About Split
City overview
Split is an Adriatic port where Diocletian Palace is not a ruin outside town but the lived-in core of the city. The practical visitor frame is the Palace and Riva for the historic center, Varos and Marjan for old lanes and viewpoints, and Bačvice or Firule for city beaches.
Food & drink
Split food is Dalmatian and coastal: pasticada with gnocchi, black risotto, grilled sardines, brudet, soparnik, blitva, fritule, and local olive oil. Pazar produce market, the fish market on Marmontova, palace konobas, and Varos taverns are the useful first stops.
Top sights
Ranked for November suitability using weather, setting, ratings, and review volume.
- 1Cathedral of St. Domnius
- 2Archaeological Museum
- 3Temple of Jupiter
- 4Peristyle
- 5Riva
- 6Marjan Hill
- 7Basement Halls
- 8Bačvice Beach
1Cathedral of St. Domnius
4.6★ · 7,430indoorClosed WedThe cathedral occupies Diocletian mausoleum, turning a Roman imperial tomb into one of the oldest cathedral buildings in continuous use. The bell tower climb looks over the Riva, harbor, and palace roofs.
2Archaeological Museum
4.2★ · 1,045indoorFounded in 1820, the museum is Croatia oldest museum institution and holds finds from Salona, Roman Dalmatia, and early Christian sites. It sits north of the old center, a short walk from Poljud and Spinut.
Wikipedia
3Temple of Jupiter
4.1★ · 987indoorOpen dailyThe small Roman temple became the cathedral baptistery and still holds a coffered ceiling, stone carvings, and a close view into the palace religious axis. It is tucked down a lane just off the Peristyle.
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Show 3 more sights
- 4Peristyle
- 5Riva
- 6Marjan Hill
Neighborhoods
1Diocletian Palace and Grad
The historic core is dense and lived-in, with the Peristyle, cathedral, basement halls, Narodni trg, tiny apartments, wine bars, and souvenir lanes inside Roman walls.
2Riva and Ferry Port
The waterfront is practical and social, with cafe rows, catamaran piers, Jadrolinija ferries, bus links, and evening strolls in front of the palace walls.
3Varos
Varos climbs west of the palace in narrow stone lanes, old fishermen houses, konoba restaurants, and stairways toward Marjan viewpoints.
Day trips
28km / 30-45min by bus or car from Split
Trogir
The UNESCO old town sits on a small island with the Cathedral of St. Lawrence, stone lanes, and a waterfront that feels easier than Split in peak afternoon crowds.
12km / 20-30min by car or local bus from Split
Klis Fortress and Salona
Klis controls the pass above the city, while Salona preserves Roman ruins near Solin. Together they make the closest history day beyond the palace.
1h by catamaran from Split ferry port
Hvar Town
Hvar adds Venetian lanes, a harbor promenade, fortress views, and island swimming. Check return sailings before committing to dinner on the island.
Getting around
Split old center is foot-only in practice, and most ferry, bus, rail, Riva, Bačvice, and palace stops sit within a compact harbor zone. Promet buses cover Marjan edges, Znjan, Salona, Trogir, and airport approaches, while ferries and catamarans drive island travel.
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Common questions about Split in November
- What to pack for Split in November
Pack for November's weather, not a generic Split checklist.
- Layerable daytime clothes for average highs around 16°C / 60°F.
- A light evening layer because nights average 11°C / 51°F.
- Compact rain gear and shoes that handle wet pavement across about 10 rainy days.
- How many days do you need in Split
- 4 days covers the main Split highlights at a realistic pace. Add 3 extra days if you want the listed day trips.
- Is Split worth visiting in November
- Yes. November in Split averages 16°C / 60°F highs, 11°C / 51°F nights, and about 10 rainy days.
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