Magical Split
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With daytime temperatures of 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F), March in Zagreb brings moderate temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 63 mm (2.5 in) falls on average.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Zagreb typically rise from around 10°C (50°F) at the start of March to approximately 15°C (59°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from -1°C (30°F) to 5°C (41°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Zagreb spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Zagreb from 2006 through 2026.
Find out more about the weather in Croatia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Croatia in March →
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Pack for changing conditions in Zagreb in March. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Bring sunglasses since you'll have some sunny periods throughout the month
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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