Weather in January in Zadar County
Planning a trip to Zadar County this January? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in Zadar County in January?
Zadar County is a region in Croatia. January in Zadar County generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of January is in the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C in Gračac to 12°C in Veli Rat. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C in Veli Rat and -2°C in Gračac. 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.For a closer look at conditions across Zadar County, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sali with an average of 87 mm to high rainfall in Gračac with 117 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas experience a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 112 hours of sunlight expected in Zadar. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Zadar County climate page.
Where to go in Zadar County in January





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in Zadar County?
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.
Pag
In January Pag generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Biograd na Moru
In January Biograd na Moru 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.
Vir
In January Vir generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Starigrad-Paklenica
In January Starigrad-Paklenica generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is January the best time to visit Zadar County?
Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Zadar, January may not be the ideal time to visit Zadar County.
On average, the best time to visit Zadar County is in May and June with generally perfect weather in Zadar. The weather in February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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