Zadar

Zadar County Weather in January

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

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Zadar Pag Biograd na Moru Vir

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

What to Expect in Zadar County in January

Zadar County, Croatia 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 (43°F) in Gračac to 12°C (54°F) in Veli Rat. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Veli Rat and -2°C (28°F) 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, Croatia, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sali with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) to high rainfall in Gračac with 117 mm (4.6 in).

Average sunshine

Most areas see decent amounts of sunshine this month. Zadar gets around 112 hours of sunlight, providing a pleasant balance of sun and clouds. If you'd prefer more guaranteed sunshine, our weather planner can show you sunnier spots around the world.

Explore Zadar County by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Zadar County — and find the best time to visit. (based on Zadar)

January11°C (52°F) February12°C (54°F) March15°C (59°F) April18°C (64°F) May23°C (73°F) This monthJune27°C (81°F) July30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September25°C (77°F) October21°C (70°F) November16°C (61°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Zadar County in January

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

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

Temperature range in Zadar County (January)

Precipitation variation in Zadar County (January)

Zadar

In January Zadar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
112 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
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Pag

In January Pag generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
112 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
152 mm (6 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Pag →

Biograd na Moru

In January Biograd na Moru generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
110 hours
114 hours
150 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Biograd na Moru →

Vir

In January Vir 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
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
112 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Starigrad-Paklenica

In January Starigrad-Paklenica generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
112 hours
144 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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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 Zadar County in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zadar 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Pag 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Biograd na Moru 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Vir 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Starigrad-Paklenica 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Bibinje 11°C (52°F) 4°C (39°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)

Zadar County weather in January: frequently asked questions

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

Zadar County, Croatia typically experiences unpleasant weather in January, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Zadar average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

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

Zadar averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does Zadar County, Croatia get a lot of rain in January?

Not particularly. Zadar averages just 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain in January, making it a mostly dry month for Zadar County, Croatia.

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

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Zadar, January may not be the ideal time to visit Zadar County, Croatia.

On average, the best time to visit Zadar County, Croatia 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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