Weather in Zagreb
What's the weather like in Zagreb?
Zagreb has a wide swing between hot summers and cold winters and moderate rainfall spread across the year. Average daytime highs range from 6°C (42°F) in January to 28°C (82°F) in July, with overnight lows around -2°C (29°F) and 18°C (64°F) respectively.
For comfortable sightseeing temperatures (18–26°C daytime highs), the best months to visit Zagreb are May through September.
Quick facts
- Country
- 🇭🇷 Croatia
- Region
- Europe
- Time zone
- Europe/Zagreb
- Coordinates
- 45.815, 15.982
Monthly climate
Long-run averages for each month of the year.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 42°F | -2°C / 29°F | 64 mm | 17 | — |
| February | 9°C / 47°F | 0°C / 32°F | 75 mm | 14 | — |
| March | 13°C / 55°F | 2°C / 36°F | 47 mm | 14 | — |
| April | 17°C / 62°F | 6°C / 44°F | 69 mm | 16 | — |
| May | 21°C / 69°F | 11°C / 52°F | 113 mm | 23 | — |
| June | 26°C / 79°F | 16°C / 61°F | 81 mm | 17 | — |
| July | 28°C / 82°F | 18°C / 64°F | 86 mm | 17 | — |
| August | 27°C / 81°F | 17°C / 63°F | 80 mm | 15 | — |
| September | 22°C / 72°F | 13°C / 55°F | 102 mm | 15 | — |
| October | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 47°F | 89 mm | 12 | — |
| November | 11°C / 51°F | 4°C / 39°F | 86 mm | 15 | — |
| December | 6°C / 44°F | 0°C / 32°F | 64 mm | 13 | — |
Zagreb by month
Detailed weather for any specific month:
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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Zagreb?
The most comfortable months in Zagreb are usually May, September, October, when average highs sit near 18–26°C (64–79°F) with relatively little rain. See the full month-by-month breakdown for the exact figures.
What is the hottest month in Zagreb?
July is typically the hottest month in Zagreb, averaging a high of 28°C (82°F).
What is the coldest month in Zagreb?
January is usually the coldest, with average lows around -2°C (29°F).
Does it snow in Zagreb?
Snow is rare in Zagreb; the climate data shows essentially no snowfall across the year.
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