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Furthermore, we analyzed all climate data and provide a recommendation about which months are best to visit Croatia for your holiday.
Climate Overview
-3 °C to 30 °C
12 °C to 25 °C
0.94 – 5.59 in (3 – 13 Days of Rain)Average Annual Temperature is between 11.3 °C (Zagreb) and 16.6 °C (Dubrovnik)
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Geographical location
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Croatia lies east of the Adriatic Sea (colloquially Adriatic) and is mainly counted to the Balkan peninsula.
It borders Hungary and Slovenia to the north, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina to the east and Montenegro to the south. Croatia has about 4.2 million inhabitants, the capital and largest city of the country is Zagreb with about 800,000 inhabitants.
Besides the Adriatic coast, two other landscape forms can be distinguished, the lowlands especially in northern Croatia along the rivers Save and Kupa including the capital Zagreb as well as the Croatian hill country in central Croatia.
The Adriatic coast with its offshore islands is particularly popular with tourists. From Istria over the Kvarner Bay to Dubrovnik Croatia offers exciting water conditions and beautiful bays.
The main airports of the country are Zagreb, Rijeka, Split, Dubrovnik, Pula and Zadar.
Climate in Croatia
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The climate in Croatia is regionally quite different according to the three dominant landscape types. While the coast of Croatia has the typical North-Mediterranean climate with mild, rainy winters and hot summer months, the north-east and east of the country have a temperate continental climate.
This is defined by very hot and dry summer months and a rather cold winter. In principle, the Adriatic region is wetter than the interior.
Nevertheless, ideal conditions prevail in summer with up to 11 hours of daily sunshine and an average temperature of up to 30 °C. Water temperatures range from 20 °C to 24 °C between the end of May and mid-October. In autumn, temperatures can still be around 20 °C during the day, but then drop to 12 °C at night.
Best Time to Visit Croatia: Overview
JanuaryJan MaximumMax. 11 °C Water max. 12 °C | FebruaryFeb MaximumMax. 11 °C Water max. 12 °C | MarchMar MaximumMax. 13 °C Water max. 12 °C | AprilApr TemperaturesTemp. up to 17 °C Water max. 14 °C | MayMay TemperaturesTemp. up to 22 °C | JuneJun Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Croatia |
JulyJul Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Croatia | AugustAug Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Croatia | SeptemberSep Best time to traveltime PerfectPerf. climate in Croatia | OctoberOct TemperaturesTemp. up to 21 °C | NovemberNov MaximumMax. 15 °C | DecemberDec MaximumMax. 11 °C Water max. 14 °C |
When to travel to Croatia?
Due to the mild climate Croatia can be visited all year round. Who plans round trips or inspections, can arrive already in the spring or autumn and explore with pleasant day temperatures of 15 °C to 20 °C relaxed the highlights of the country.
In winter it can get very cold, inland frost is not uncommon between December and February. Summer is the best time for a classic seaside holiday in Croatia.
From the end of May, the thermometer reaches around 26 °C and usually stays pleasantly warm until the end of September. July and August are the warmest months and, due to the European summer holidays, are also the absolute high season with correspondingly high prices.
Best Time to Visit the Regions
Find the best time to visit the regions (Croatia) in the following overview.| Location | Best Time to Travel |
|---|---|
| Zagreb | June, July, August, and September |
| Split | June, July, August, and September |
| Dubrovnik | June, July, August, and September |
| Zadar | June, July, August, and September |
| Pula | June, July, August, and September |
Climate Charts Croatia
In the following, you will find climate charts for the regions.
Furthermore, there are some charts you can use for quick comparison of climate between the regions.
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Zagreb
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Source of Data: German Weather Service (Offenbach) and Wikipedia
Climate Tables Croatia
In the following, you will find some climate tables for Croatia, containing information about Temperatures, Precipitation, Water Temperatures, and Hours of Sunshine.Show climate table for
Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Zagreb (Croatia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 3° | 5° | 11° | 17° | 21° | 25° | 27° | 27° | 22° | 16° | 9° | 5° |
| Night Temperature | -3° | -1° | 3° | 8° | 12° | 15° | 17° | 16° | 13° | 8° | 4° | 0° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 2.2 | 2.13 | 1.85 | 2.32 | 3.39 | 3.74 | 3.11 | 2.91 | 2.76 | 3.46 | 3.5 | 2.64 |
| Rainy days | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Zagreb is 11.3 °C.For comparison: London 11 °C, NYC 12 °C, LA 17.9 °C
Warmest month: July (21.2 °C)
Coldest month: January (0.2 °C)
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 34.02 inch on 97 rainy daysFor comparison: London 24.06 in, NYC 41.57 in, LA 12.01 in
There is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
Months that have possible snowfall: January, February, March, November, and December
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 8.6 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 4.9 hours of sunshine per day on average. For comparison: London has 4.1, NYC has 7 and LA has 8.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.Temperatures, Precipitation, Sunshine in Split (Croatia)
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day Temperature | 10° | 11° | 13° | 17° | 22° | 27° | 30° | 29° | 25° | 20° | 15° | 11° |
| Night Temperature | 5° | 6° | 8° | 11° | 15° | 19° | 21° | 21° | 18° | 14° | 10° | 6° |
| Water Temperature | 12° | 12° | 12° | 14° | 17° | 21° | 23° | 24° | 22° | 20° | 17° | 14° |
| Precipitation (inch) | 3.27 | 2.68 | 2.95 | 2.6 | 2.2 | 2.01 | 1.1 | 1.97 | 2.4 | 3.11 | 4.25 | 3.94 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 10 | 10 |
| Hours of Sunshine | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 8 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
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Temperatures
The annual average temperature in Split is 15.9 °C.Warmest month: July (25.4 °C)
Coldest month: January (7.4 °C)
The maximum water temperature in Split is 24 °C. You can take a bath at these temperatures.
Months with water temperature of at least 17 °C (Limited bathing is possible):
May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
Months with water temperature of at least 21 °C (adequate for beach vacation):
June, July, August, and September
Precipitation
Overall annual precipitation: 32.48 inch on 84 rainy daysThere is no rainy season (months with more than 6.9 in of precipitation).
You cannot expect snow in any month in Split.
Sunshine
As our climate table shows, July is the sunniest month with an average of 11.1 hours of sunshine per day. Over the year, there are 7 hours of sunshine per day on average.Highlights and Attractions
An absolute must for all nature lovers in Croatia is a visit to the Plitvice Lakes. The beautiful nature park offers a lot of natural spectacle with picturesque lakes, breathtaking waterfalls and a picture-book coulisse. Other natural highlights are waiting for you in Krka, in Paklenica National Park and on the small archipelago of Brijuni.
The Diocletian’s Palace in the old town of Split is as worthwhile as a visit to the historic city of Dubrovnik in the very south of the country. The amphitheatre in Pula is not to be missed either. A bizarre highlight is the unique Hum, with around 25 inhabitants probably the smallest “city” in the world.
For water sports enthusiasts, the Adriatic Sea is a great area for sailing, surfing and diving.
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Popular Activities
From Split: Krka Waterfalls, Swimming, Food & Wine Tasting
Tours
from 32 $ »
Embark on a day trip to Krka National Park to see some of Croatia’s most beautiful natural spots, with a stop in medieval town Primošten included.
From Split & Trogir: 5 Islands Day Trip with Blue Cave Entry
Tours
from 169 $ »
Head on an adventurous small-group or private 5-island tour by speedboat, including snorkeling in pristine blue waters, a visit to the charming village of Komiža, and sightseeing in Hvar.
Split: Krka Waterfalls Tour with Boat, Swimming & Free Time
Tours
from 29 $ »
Discover the Krka National Park on a scenic tour from Split. Cruise down the Krka River and see the first hydroelectric power station in Europe.
More attractions
Split: Old Town and Diocletian Palace 1.5 Hour Walking Tour | From Split or Trogir: Plitvice Lakes Tour with Entry Tickets | Split or Trogir: Krka, Roški Falls Swim & Šibenik Day Tour | Cetina River: Rafting and Cliff Jumping Tour | Split: Krka National Park Trip with Boat Cruise and Swimming | Split: Cetina River Rafting with Cliff Jumping Tour | Rastoke & Plitvice Lakes National Park Tour from Zagreb |Current Weather and Forecast
Current Weather in Split
clear sky, 5.9 °CClouds: 0 % Wind: 11 mph O
Air Pressure: 1035 hPa Humidity: 22 %
Air Pressure: 1035 hPa Humidity: 22 %
Last updated: 7th Feb 2023, 11:12 am
The next days …
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| -2 °C to 6 °C |  0 °C to 6 °C |  -0 °C to 7 °C | 1 °C to 8 °C | 2 °C to 8 °C |  3 °C to 12 °C |
| -2 °C to 6 °C | 0 °C to 6 °C | -0 °C to 7 °C | 1 °C to 8 °C | 2 °C to 8 °C | 3 °C to 12 °C |
| Clouds: 1 % | Clouds: 98 % | Clouds: 29 % | Clouds: 56 % | Clouds: 49 % | Clouds: 14 % |
| No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation | No Precipitation |
Weather information provided by OpenWeatherMap. (CC BY-SA)
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Important Regions and Cities
We have extended climate information for the following regions:Hottest Month
July: 30 °C
Day Temperature in Split
July: 30 °CDay Temperature in Split
Coldest Month
January: -3 °C
Night Temperature in Zagreb
January: -3 °CNight Temperature in Zagreb
Rainiest Month
November: 5.59 in
Rain in Dubrovnik
November: 5.59 inRain in Dubrovnik
Driest Month
July: 0.95 in
Rain in Dubrovnik
July: 0.95 inRain in Dubrovnik
Maximum Water Temperature
July: 25 °C
Water Temperature in Zadar
July: 25 °CWater Temperature in Zadar
Sunniest Month
July: 13 hours/day
Sunshine in Pula
July: 13 hours/daySunshine in Pula
Activities and Attractions
Split: Blue Lagoon, Shipwreck, & Šolta with Lunch & Drinks
Tours
from 52 $ »
Zagreb: 2.5-Hour Walking Tour with Funicular Ride
Tours
from 21 $ »
From Split: Krka Waterfalls, Food & Wine Tasting Tour
Tours
from 39 $ »
Distances to Croatia
| London | New York | Los Angeles | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zagreb | 830 mi | 4290 mi | 6230 mi |
| Split | 950 mi | 4400 mi | 6370 mi |
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Croatia: Experiences of our Visitors
Warm to hot in summer. Slightly windy. Mostly clear. Water suitable for bathing.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
It was always sunny and rained only once; very hot, but not too humid; perfect bathing weather
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Day temperature between 26 and 29 degrees.water 24 degrees.a lot of wind in Tisno island Murter.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
I enjoyed the changing weather very much, was perfect for trips to Rijeka, Lovran and Volosko, 2 days on the beach – just awesome!
Weather Rating: 3 stars – Mixed
first sunny and warm, then fresh and stormy (due to the bora)
Weather Rating: 3 stars – Mixed
3 weeks in September. The weather was very varied, from bright sunshine and calm to strong wind, continuous rain 3 days with floods. In between again and again sun with clouds. Nevertheless, it was still warm to hot. The water temperature was pleasant.
Weather Rating: 2 stars – Tricky
Such nice weather is to wish all those who travel to Croatia and the National Park
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
of 11 days we had 2 days with rain and one day with storm wind force 8
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
The weather was very warm throughout. During the day it was a bit too hot in the direct sun. At night it cooled down very pleasantly.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
the weather was sunny every day, once we had a rain shower towards evening which stopped about 15 min. afterwards it went on with sunshine. one could stroll until late evening by the alleys without it became cold. with Germany not to compare.
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent
Mostly sunshine, occasionally cloudy with day temperatures around 24°.
Weather Rating: 4 stars – Good
It was super, very warm! But also alternately, so from time to time also pleasantly cool or to the great sun a refreshing wind. Really great!
Weather Rating: 5 stars – Excellent