Croatia (Krk) · December
Low seasonCroatia · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 10° | 11° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 27° | 30° | 29° | 24° | 19° | 15° | 11° |
MINMIN | 3° | 3° | 6° | 9° | 13° | 17° | 20° | 20° | 16° | 12° | 8° | 4° |
☀️Sunshine | 3h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 | 6h UV 5 | 6h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 8h UV 7 | 6h UV 6 | 5h UV 4 | 3h UV 3 | 3h UV 2 |
🌊Water Temp | 13° | 12° | 12° | 14° | 18° | 22° | 24° | 25° | 23° | 20° | 17° | 15° |
🌧Rain Days | 9d136mm | 9d130mm | 9d108mm | 8d88mm | 10d115mm | 6d75mm | 5d69mm | 6d88mm | 8d160mm | 9d138mm | 11d210mm | 10d148mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
December is the coldest winter month in Croatia (Krk) — with highs of only 11°C, it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, and August.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 11°C during the day and drop to 4°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 2 sunshine hours per day and 10 rain days (148 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 14°C, the water is still quite cool in December — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Croatia (Krk) in December
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Croatia (Krk)?
- No — December is not among the recommended months for Croatia (Krk) (Score: 22/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Croatia (Krk) in December?
- In December, Croatia (Krk) sees daily highs of 11°C. Nights cool to 4°C, with a daily average of 7°C.
- How much rain falls in Croatia (Krk) in December?
- In December, Croatia (Krk) receives an average of 148 mm of rain over 10 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Croatia (Krk) get in December?
- Croatia (Krk) averages 2 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Krk) in December?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Krk) in December averages 14°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.