Varaždin County Weather in January

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

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Varaždin Trakošćan Ivanec

Considering a trip to Varaždin County, Croatia this January and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Varaždin County in January

Varaždin County, Croatia is a region in Croatia. January in Varaždin County generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) in Varaždin. In general, this month stands out as the coldest period throughout the year. Given the lower temperatures, it's essential to be well-prepared. Packing the right winter clothing and necessary accessories can make a significant difference in ensuring your comfort and well-being during this chilly season.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Varaždin County, Croatia, check out the map below.

Precipitation

January is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 44 mm (1.7 in) in Varaždin. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Varaždin typically sees the least rain in this month, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Varaždin receives about 86 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Varaždin County in January

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

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

Temperature range in Varaždin County (January)

Precipitation variation in Varaždin County (January)

Varaždin

In January Varaždin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
86 hours
119 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
63 mm (2.5 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Varaždin →

Trakošćan

In January Trakošćan generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
68 hours
86 hours
119 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
65 mm (2.6 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Trakošćan →

Ivanec

In January Ivanec generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
51 hours
58 hours
99 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Ivanec →

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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 Varaždin County in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Varaždin 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Trakošćan 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Ivanec 5°C (41°F) -2°C (28°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)

Varaždin County weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Varaždin County, Croatia in January?

January in Varaždin County, Croatia brings poor weather. In Varaždin, daytime temperatures are typically around 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows hover near -2°C (28°F).

What is the average temperature in Varaždin County, Croatia in January?

Average temperatures in Varaždin County, Croatia during January range from a nighttime low near -2°C (28°F) to a daytime high around 5°C (41°F) in Varaždin.

Does Varaždin County, Croatia get a lot of snow/rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Varaždin County, Croatia. Varaždin averages only about 44 mm (1.7 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Varaždin County, Croatia?

In our view, January might not be the best time to travel to Varaždin County, Croatia with often poor weather in Varaždin.

On average, the best time to visit Varaždin County, Croatia is in May, June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Varaždin. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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