Temperature in Croatia in January

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Croatia this January.

Croatia, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in January ranging from 4°C (39°F) in Moravice to 13°C (55°F) in Komiža. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Komiža and -3°C (27°F) in Moravice. During January, winter is in full swing. On average, it is one of the coldest months of the year.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Croatia in January?

To get a sense of January's typical temperatures in the key spots of Croatia, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Croatia in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Croatia.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in January: blue is cold, red is hot.

Croatia temperatures in January: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Croatia in January?

Split averages a daytime high of 11°C (52°F) in January, which is low for Croatia.

How cold does it get at night in Croatia in January?

Split sees nighttime lows close to 6°C (43°F) in January.

What is the warmest city in January in Croatia?

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Komiža is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 13°C (55°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 10°C (50°F).

What is the coldest city in January in Croatia?

In our database, Moravice is the chilliest city in January in Croatia. Daytime temperatures typically peak at 4°C (39°F), while the nighttime lows hover around -3°C (27°F).

How much sun does Croatia get in January?

Split enjoys a balanced 135 hours of sunlight. This makes it neither too overcast nor too sunny.

What is the water temperature in January?

The water temperature averages approximately 14°C (57°F) in Dubrovnik this month, so not the best month to swim.

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