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Split in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Split in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Split, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Split in January 2025

Good Weather
Chill
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
Planning a trip to Split in January? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +52°F and approximately 13 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 12 rainy days and 98 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Split;

Average weather

☀️
+52°F
Avg. max. temperature
+16°F
Min.
+63°F
Max.
98 mm
Total precipitation
62%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
4 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Split has good weather in January.

Average temperature in Split in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Split for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +63°F during the day to a minimum of +36°F during the night, the temperature in January averages around +55°F.

The average maximum temperature goes down 27% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +61°F to +54°F.

Is Split warm or cold in January?

Split is typically chill in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +54°F to +52°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +43°F to +41°F.

Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.

January is the coldest month in Split, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Split in January

Water in Split in January is Cold. It varies from +53°F to +59°F, with an average of +56°F. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +52°F.

The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Split are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +77°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +56°F.

Can you swim in Split in January?

We would not recommend swimming in Split in January, the water is very cold (+56°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Split in January

Split weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+54°F+52°F+54°F
Min. temperature
+23°F+16°F+19°F
Max. temperature
+66°F+63°F+68°F
Rainfall
136 mm98 mm84 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F+56°F+56°F
Humidity
64%62%60%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1017 HPa1016 HPa
Sunny days
121313
Cloudy days
444
Rainy days
12129
Snowy days
001

January weather is still as good as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +54°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +52°F. As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 136 mm to 98 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 64% to 62%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in January, from 12 to 13.

February brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Split in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Split is gradually increasing during January, going from 1 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Split based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 45% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 166 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 29 mm, which is moderate rain. January is a pretty wet month with over 14 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Split wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 40% chance of precipitation and 174 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 18 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Split?

This is the weather in Split in January 2023:
1 January
☀️
+60°F
2 January
☀️
+59°F
3 January
☁️
+59°F
4 January
☀️
+63°F
5 January
☀️
+56°F
6 January
☀️
+61°F
7 January
☀️
+60°F
8 January
🌧️
+57°F
9 January
🌧️
+59°F
10 January
☀️
+53°F
11 January
☀️
+55°F
12 January
☀️
+58°F
13 January
☀️
+54°F
14 January
☀️
+58°F
15 January
☀️
+55°F
16 January
🌧️
+59°F
17 January
🌧️
+59°F
18 January
🌧️
+58°F
19 January
🌧️
+54°F
20 January
🌧️
+51°F
21 January
🌧️
+48°F
22 January
🌧️
+50°F
23 January
🌧️
+54°F
24 January
☀️
+54°F
25 January
☀️
+55°F
26 January
🌧️
+53°F
27 January
☀️
+49°F
28 January
☁️
+51°F
29 January
☀️
+52°F
30 January
☀️
+51°F
31 January
☀️
+53°F
In January 2023 Split had 18 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 11 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +55°F, with an absolute maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +48°F. The average humidity was 65%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 24%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 17 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Split climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Split in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+63°F) and the highest in 2022 (+71°F). The driest year was 1989 with only 684 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2010 with 1421 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Split in January:

Is January a good time to visit Split?

January is a really good time to go to Split. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Split.

Can you sunbathe in Split in January?

Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.

Can you swim in Split in January?

Swimming in Split in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Split rainy in January?

Split is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Split in January?

The amount of sunny days in Split during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Croatia

Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.

Monthly weather in Split

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Split, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.