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Istria Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Istria, Croatia in January.

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Planning a journey to Istria, Croatia this January and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Istria in January

Istria, Croatia is a region in Croatia. January in Istria generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Jurdani to 11°C (52°F) in Premantura. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Premantura and 0°C (32°F) in Jurdani. On average, January is the coldest month of the year in Istria, Croatia. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

For specific regional insights in Istria, Croatia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Rovinj with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to high rainfall in Mošćenička Draga with 139 mm (5.5 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Pula receives around 90 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Istria by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Istria - and find the best time to visit. (based on Pula)

January10°C (50°F) February11°C (52°F) March13°C (55°F) April16°C (61°F) May20°C (68°F) June24°C (75°F) July27°C (81°F) This monthAugust27°C (81°F) September23°C (73°F) October19°C (66°F) November15°C (59°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Istria in January

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Istria

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Istria, Croatia?

Temperature range in Istria (January)

Precipitation variation in Istria (January)

Pula

In January Pula generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
90 hours
90 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Pula →

Rovinj

In January Rovinj generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
101 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Rovinj →

Poreč

In January Poreč generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
101 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Poreč →

Medulin

In January Medulin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are mixed that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
90 hours
90 hours
110 hours
Monthly rainfall
122 mm (4.8 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
mixed
mixed
Climate in Medulin →

Umag

In January Umag generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
95 hours
102 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Umag →

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In our records: Croatia January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Croatia in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Croatia was -9°C (16°F) in Novalja on January 3, 1993.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Istria in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Pula 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Rovinj 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Poreč 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Medulin 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Umag 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Fažana 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

Istria weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Istria, Croatia in January?

In January, Istria, Croatia generally has less favorable weather conditions. Pula sees daytime temperatures near 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Istria, Croatia in January?

Daytime temperatures in Pula peak at roughly 10°C (50°F) in January, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does Istria, Croatia get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Istria, Croatia. Pula averages only about 81 mm (3.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Istria, Croatia?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Istria, Croatia due to the typically less favorable weather in Pula.

Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide excellent weather in Pula. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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