Zadar weather in January (Zadar County, Croatia)

Planning a trip to Zadar in January? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In January, Zadar generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a winter month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 11°C, while night temperatures can drop to 4°C. During this period, the city experiences its coolest temperatures annually.

Zadar in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 112 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days May and June typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Zadar climate page with graphs.

 

Zadar, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 95 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 72%  
SunshineSunshine 112 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Croatia in January

Find out more about the weather in Croatia in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Zadar in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 13°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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