Magical Split
The best travel time to Split in Croatia is from May til October and the best months are May, June and September.
Thinking of visiting Zagreb in October? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 18°C (64°F) during the day, dropping to 8°C (46°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
For Zagreb itself, May, June, July and August generally stand out with the best 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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48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Zagreb typically drop from around 19°C (66°F) at the start of October to approximately 14°C (57°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 5°C (41°F) to 10°C (50°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.
According to our 19 years of weather records for Zagreb, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2025.
Find out more about the weather in Croatia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Croatia in October →
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).
Pleasant temperatures in October mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. 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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