Capital city in City of Zagreb, Croatia
Zagreb weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Zagreb
Spring and early autumn are mild and green; Jul–Aug is hot but the city is quiet. Advent in December is busy; Jan–Feb is cold and grey.
Zagreb weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan3°52 mm
- Feb5°60 mm
- Mar11°59 mm
- Apr17°62 mm
- May22°92 mm
- Jun26°86 mm
- Jul29°82 mm
- Aug29°83 mm
- Sep23°106 mm
- Oct17°83 mm
- Nov10°80 mm
- Dec4°63 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C37°F | -4°C25°F | 52 mm | 92% | Freezing |
| February | 5°C42°F | -3°C27°F | 60 mm | 89% | Cold |
| March | 11°C52°F | 1°C34°F | 59 mm | 83% | Cool |
| April | 17°C62°F | 6°C43°F | 62 mm | 77% | Cool |
| May | 22°C71°F | 11°C51°F | 92 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| June | 26°C79°F | 15°C59°F | 86 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| July | 29°C85°F | 17°C63°F | 82 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| August | 29°C84°F | 17°C62°F | 83 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| September | 23°C73°F | 12°C53°F | 106 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| October | 17°C62°F | 6°C44°F | 83 mm | 82% | Cool |
| November | 10°C50°F | 2°C36°F | 80 mm | 90% | Cold |
| December | 4°C39°F | -2°C28°F | 63 mm | 92% | Cold |
Best months across Croatia
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Split | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Dubrovnik | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Zagreb | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (29°C) |
| Hvar | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (27°C) |
| Zadar | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Pula | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Rovinj | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Makarska | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (33°C) |
| Korčula | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (29°C) |
| Brač | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (30°C) |
| Šibenik | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Krk | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Poreč | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (28°C) |
| Trogir | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Vis | May–Jun, Sep | Aug (27°C) |
| Rijeka | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (28°C) |
| Opatija | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Zagreb?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Spring and early autumn are mild and green; Jul–Aug is hot but the city is quiet. Advent in December is busy; Jan–Feb is cold and grey.
When is the rainy season in Zagreb?
Rain peaks in September with about 106 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Zagreb?
July, with average highs of 29°C (85°F).
How cold does Zagreb get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging -4°C (25°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Zagreb Tourist Board
- ZET (Zagreb Electric Tram)
- Zagreb Airport
- KBC Zagreb
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.