Croatia Weather Forecast
Croatia weather: 64°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Climate in Croatia month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42° | 29° | 2,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 49° | 35° | 2,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 57° | 40° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 64° | 45° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 70° | 52° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 82° | 63° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 83° | 65° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 83° | 65° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 73° | 58° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 64° | 49° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 50° | 37° | 3,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 43° | 33° | 2,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Croatia
Go in April, May, June, July and August. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, November and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, November and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Croatia compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Croatia.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slovenia | 73 mi | 53°F | 34°F cooler | 48 in |
| Lake Bled | 98 mi | 53°F | 35°F cooler | 58 in |
| Vienna International Airport | 161 mi | 55°F | about the same | 24 in |
| Vienna | 166 mi | 54°F | 33°F cooler | 25 in |
| Austria | 166 mi | 54°F | 33°F cooler | 25 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Croatia?
Croatia is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 45.815, 15.9819. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Croatia right now?
It is currently 64°F (18°C) with clear. Humidity is 64% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Croatia?
April, May, June, July and August offer the most comfortable conditions in Croatia, which has a temperate climate. January, November and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Croatia in?
Croatia observes Europe/Zagreb (UTC+02:00). The local time is 9:48 AM.
How many people live in Croatia?
Croatia has a population of approximately 3.9 million.
What is the nearest airport to Croatia?
The closest airports are Vienna International Airport (VIE), 161 mi away, Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), 177 mi away and Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport (BUD), 191 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Croatia?
Popular options include Plitvice Lakes National Park, Old City of Dubrovnik, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes, Lake Bled and Venice and its Lagoon.
What places are in Croatia?
Croatia covers 5 places in this atlas, including Plitvice Lakes National Park, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Dubrovnik, Split and Plitvice Lakes.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 9:48 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
