Croatia (Krk) · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 10° (50°)4– (39–)14 (57) | 11° (52°)4– (39–)15 (59) | 14° (57°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 18° (64°)10– (50–)23 (73) | 22° (72°)15– (59–)27 (81) | 27° (81°)19– (66–)33 (91) | 30° (86°)23– (73–)35 (95) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)34 (93) | 24° (75°)17– (63–)30 (86) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 15° (59°)7– (45–)19 (66) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 3° (37°)-4– (25–)9 (48) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)11 (52) | 9° (48°)2– (36–)14 (57) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)18 (64) | 17° (63°)12– (54–)22 (72) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 20° (68°)14– (57–)23 (73) | 16° (61°)9– (48–)20 (68) | 12° (54°)5– (41–)17 (63) | 8° (46°)0– (32–)14 (57) | 4° (39°)-2– (28–)10 (50) |
☀️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° (55°) | 12° (54°) | 12° (54°) | 14° (57°) | 18° (64°) | 22° (72°) | 24° (75°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 20° (68°) | 17° (63°) | 15° (59°) |
🌧Rain Days | 9d136mm (5.4") | 9d130mm (5.1") | 9d108mm (4.2") | 8d88mm (3.5") | 10d115mm (4.5") | 6d75mm (2.9") | 5d69mm (2.7") | 6d88mm (3.5") | 8d160mm (6.3") | 9d138mm (5.4") | 11d210mm (8.3") | 10d148mm (5.8") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Deep off-season — very low prices, but weather conditions are suboptimal.
January is the coldest winter month in Croatia (Krk) — with highs of only 10°C (50°F), it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, and August.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 10°C (50°F) during the day and drop to 3°C (37°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 14°C (57°F), the coldest nights around -4°C (25°F) — frost does occur. With 3 sunshine hours per day and 9 rain days (136 mm (5.4 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 13°C (55°F), the water is still quite cool in January — 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 January
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Croatia (Krk)?
- No — January is not among the recommended months for Croatia (Krk) (Score: 23/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, and August.
- How warm is it in Croatia (Krk) in January?
- In January, Croatia (Krk) sees daily highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights cool to 3°C (37°F), with a daily average of 6°C (43°F). Peaks reach around 14°C (57°F), the coldest nights around -4°C (25°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Croatia (Krk) in January?
- In January, Croatia (Krk) receives an average of 136 mm (5.4 in) of rain over 9 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Croatia (Krk) get in January?
- Croatia (Krk) averages 3 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Krk) in January?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Krk) in January averages 13°C (55°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.