Weather for Zadar in January is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +50°F during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 12 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in January around 82 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Zadar;
Average weather
☀️
+50°F
Avg. max. temperature
+16°F
Min.
+63°F
Max.
82 mm
Total precipitation
72%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Zadar has good weather in January.
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Average temperature in Zadar in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Zadar for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in January is +55°F with a maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +28°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 21% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +63°F to +55°F.
Is Zadar warm or cold in January?
Zadar is typically chill in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +54°F to +50°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 Zadar, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Zadar in January
Water in Zadar in January is Cold. It varies from +52°F to +59°F, with an average of +56°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +50°F.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Zadar are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +76°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +55°F.
Can you swim in Zadar in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Zadar 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.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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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 Zadar in January
Zadar weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+54°F
+50°F
+52°F
Min. temperature
+19°F
+16°F
+16°F
Max. temperature
+66°F
+63°F
+68°F
Rainfall
110 mm
82 mm
74 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+60°F
+56°F
+55°F
Humidity
74%
72%
70%
Air pressure
1017 HPa
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
9
9
11
Cloudy days
7
8
6
Rainy days
13
12
10
Snowy days
0
1
1
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 +50°F.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 110 mm to 82 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 74% to 72%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 9 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Zadar in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Zadar is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Zadar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in January is about 118 mm, with a 39% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 24 mm, which is considered light rain.January is a pretty wet month with over 12 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:
Zadar wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 43% chance of precipitation and 138 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 25 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Zadar?
This is the weather in Zadar in January 2023:
1 January
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+62°F
2 January
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+58°F
3 January
☁️
+60°F
4 January
☀️
+61°F
5 January
☁️
+57°F
6 January
🌫️
+59°F
7 January
☁️
+57°F
8 January
☁️
+60°F
9 January
🌧️
+57°F
10 January
☀️
+55°F
11 January
☀️
+57°F
12 January
☀️
+60°F
13 January
☀️
+56°F
14 January
☀️
+59°F
15 January
☁️
+57°F
16 January
🌧️
+55°F
17 January
🌧️
+58°F
18 January
🌧️
+58°F
19 January
🌧️
+52°F
20 January
☀️
+48°F
21 January
🌧️
+44°F
22 January
🌧️
+44°F
23 January
🌧️
+54°F
24 January
☀️
+54°F
25 January
☀️
+54°F
26 January
☀️
+51°F
27 January
☀️
+48°F
28 January
☀️
+48°F
29 January
☀️
+50°F
30 January
☀️
+50°F
31 January
☀️
+55°F
In January 2023 Zadar had 16 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 8 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +55°F, with an absolute maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +45°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 26%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 16 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Zadar climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Zadar in January has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+61°F) and the highest in 2018 (+69°F). The driest year was 2011 with only 543 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1980 with 1359 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Zadar in January:
Is January a good time to visit Zadar?
January is a really good time to go to Zadar. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Zadar.
Can you sunbathe in Zadar in January?
Not really, January is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Zadar in January?
Swimming in Zadar in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Zadar rainy in January?
Zadar 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 Zadar in January?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Zadar in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Croatia
Check out the weather for other cities in Croatia.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Zadar, 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.
