Croatia (Split) · 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 | 12° (54°)7– (45–)16 (61) | 13° (55°)7– (45–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)21 (70) | 19° (66°)12– (54–)24 (75) | 24° (75°)18– (64–)29 (84) | 29° (84°)22– (72–)34 (93) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 32° (90°)26– (79–)36 (97) | 27° (81°)21– (70–)32 (90) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)26 (79) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)18 (64) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 5° (41°)-2– (28–)12 (54) | 6° (43°)-1– (30–)12 (54) | 8° (46°)1– (34–)13 (55) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)20 (68) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)19 (66) | 10° (50°)3– (37–)16 (61) | 7° (45°)0– (32–)14 (57) |
☀️Sunshine | 4h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 8h UV 7 | 9h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 11h UV 8 | 10h UV 8 | 7h UV 6 | 6h UV 5 | 4h UV 3 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 14° (57°) | 13° (55°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 19° (66°) | 23° (73°) | 25° (77°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 21° (70°) | 18° (64°) | 16° (61°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d96mm (3.8") | 7d92mm (3.6") | 7d84mm (3.3") | 6d65mm (2.6") | 6d72mm (2.8") | 4d60mm (2.4") | 2d27mm (1.0") | 3d35mm (1.4") | 5d88mm (3.5") | 5d95mm (3.7") | 9d149mm (5.9") | 8d130mm (5.1") |
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 (Split) — with highs of only 12°C (54°F), it holds little appeal for sun-seekers. Better travel in June, July, August, and September.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 12°C (54°F) during the day and drop to 5°C (41°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 16°C (61°F), the coldest nights around -2°C (28°F) — frost does occur. With 4 sunshine hours per day and 8 rain days (96 mm (3.8 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 14°C (57°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 (Split) 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 (Split)?
- No — January is not among the recommended months for Croatia (Split) (Score: 29/100). Climate conditions are unfavourable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Croatia (Split) in January?
- In January, Croatia (Split) sees daily highs of 12°C (54°F). Nights cool to 5°C (41°F), with a daily average of 9°C (48°F). Peaks reach around 16°C (61°F), the coldest nights around -2°C (28°F) — frost does occur.
- How much rain falls in Croatia (Split) in January?
- In January, Croatia (Split) receives an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Croatia (Split) get in January?
- Croatia (Split) averages 4 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Croatia (Split) in January?
- Water temperature in Croatia (Split) in January averages 14°C (57°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.