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Split-Dalmatia County Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia in January.

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Planning a trip to Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Split-Dalmatia County in January

Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia is a region in Croatia. January in Split-Dalmatia County generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Bajagić at 7°C (45°F) to mild in Komiža at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 10°C (50°F) in Komiža and -2°C (28°F) in Bajagić. 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.

For specific regional insights in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Komiža with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Imotski with 152 mm (6 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Split as an example - it receives around 135 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

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Best Places to Visit in Split-Dalmatia County in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Split-Dalmatia County.

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 Split-Dalmatia County

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia?

Temperature range in Split-Dalmatia County (January)

Precipitation variation in Split-Dalmatia County (January)

Split

In January Split generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
132 hours
135 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Split →

Trogir

In January Trogir generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
119 hours
130 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
143 mm (5.6 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Trogir →

Makarska

In January Makarska generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
140 hours
133 hours
152 hours
Monthly rainfall
186 mm (7.3 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Makarska →

Vodice

In January Vodice generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
129 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
130 mm (5.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Vodice →

Podstrana

In January Podstrana generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
131 hours
133 hours
155 hours
Monthly rainfall
174 mm (6.9 in)
124 mm (4.9 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Podstrana →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Split-Dalmatia County, in Croatia.

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 Split-Dalmatia County in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Split 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Trogir 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Makarska 10°C (50°F) 3°C (37°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Vodice 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Podstrana 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 124 mm (4.9 in)
Hvar 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 102 mm (4 in)

Split-Dalmatia County weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia in January?

Expect poor weather across Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia in January. The popular destination of Split averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia in January?

Split averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

Does Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia get a lot of rain in January?

Split typically receives notable rainfall in January, about 121 mm (4.8 in) on average across Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Split, January may not be the ideal time to visit Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia.

On average, the best time to visit Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Split. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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