Normal weather for Croatia in January
It's cool in January in Croatia with an average temperature of 12°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 11°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 7°C.
In January, there is an average of 150 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. Of the total precipitation, about 16 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Croatia in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
12°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
14°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
11°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
150 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
18 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
16 cm | 0,8 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
4 days | 1 day | |
The climate of Croatia is based on weather data from Dubrovnik. Other spots, like Zagreb, Istria or Split, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Croatia for a full picture of the climate.
Start of January
The month of January starts in Croatia with cool temperatures, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights close to 6°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature stays the same at 13°C, with nights close to 6°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Croatia will be around 13°C, with nights close to 6°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Temperature records for Croatia in January
With 18°C, Croatia hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -3°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -7°C to a high of 14°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Croatia
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Croatia, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in January in Croatia
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Daily Precipitation in January in Croatia
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Croatia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 18 days of rain in Croatia.
Daily Snowfall in January in Croatia
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Croatia, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in January.
Daily UV Index in January in Croatia
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Croatia, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Croatia Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Croatia, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Croatia Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Croatia, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Croatia per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Croatia, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in January for Croatia
Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Croatia. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in January in Croatia
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Average Weather in Croatia by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Croatia. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
