Weather in January in Croatia
Planning a journey to Croatia this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Croatia in January?
January in Croatia generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. During January, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Moravice at 4°C to mild in Komiža at 13°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C in Komiža and -3°C in Moravice. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Sveti Martin na Muri with an average of 39 mm to heavy snow/rainfall in Močići with 183 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 135 hours of sunlight anticipated in Split. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For specific regional insights in Croatia for January, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Croatia climate page.
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What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Croatia?
Split
In January Split generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Trogir
In January Trogir generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Dubrovnik
In January Dubrovnik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Zadar
In January Zadar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Pula
In January Pula generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Croatia?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Split, January may not be the ideal time to visit Croatia.
Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Split. The weather in January, February, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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