Normal weather for Plitvice Lakes in January
It's cold in January in Plitvice Lakes with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 4°C to a high of 9°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -4°C and 0°C.
In January, there is an average of 313 mm of precipitation, spread over 25 days. Of the total precipitation, about 25 cm falls as snow in January. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Plitvice Lakes in January |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
7°C | 8°C | |
 High Temp |
9°C | 9°C | |
| Low Temp |
4°C | 6°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
313 mm | 58 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
25 days | 9 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
25 cm | 0,8 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
11 days | 1 day | |
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Start of January
The month of January starts in Plitvice Lakes with cold temperatures, averaging around 8°C during the day and nights close to 0°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Mid-January
By mid-January, the average daytime temperature drops to around 7°C, with nights close to -1°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Plitvice Lakes will be around 7°C, with nights close to -2°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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Temperature records for Plitvice Lakes in January
With 18°C, Plitvice Lakes hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2016. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -7°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -18°C to a high of 9°C.
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Daily Temperature in January in Plitvice Lakes
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Plitvice Lakes, 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 Plitvice Lakes
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Daily Precipitation in January in Plitvice Lakes
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Plitvice Lakes, 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 25 days of rain in Plitvice Lakes.
Daily Snowfall in January in Plitvice Lakes
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in January in Plitvice Lakes, 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 Plitvice Lakes
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Plitvice Lakes, 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 Plitvice Lakes Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Plitvice Lakes, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in January in Plitvice Lakes Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Plitvice Lakes, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in January in Plitvice Lakes per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in January in Plitvice Lakes, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in January for Plitvice Lakes
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Weather experiences in January in Plitvice Lakes
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This gave the landscape a beautiful winter look, but sometimes made it difficult to walk and relax in the fresh air. Keep this in mind when travelling this month.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Plitvice Lakes by Month
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