Croatia Split Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Split is moderate
January is moderate for Split.
January in Split is mild, wet, and very quiet — the cheapest, calmest time to visit. It averages 11°C/5°C, warmer than most of Europe in winter but with frequent rain.
This is a city-and-history trip, not a beach one. Diocletian's Palace, the cathedral, the cellars, and the Riva cafés are all enjoyable in the off-season hush, with no cruise crowds and locals reclaiming the alleys. Accommodation is at its cheapest, and you can walk into the best konobas without a reservation.
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Split January Weather Stats
Avg High
11°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
11
80mm total
Sunshine
4.5h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
comfortable
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
16 km/h
Gusts 34
Sea Temp
14°C
Avg water temp
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
26 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
9°C
Nighttime
3°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
16 km/h
Max gust 34 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cheapest prices of the year
- No cruise crowds — the palace to yourself
- Mild for European winter
- Walk into top konobas without booking
Cons
- Too cold to swim (sea ~13-14°C)
- Reduced island ferry schedules
- Frequent rain
- Some seasonal spots closed
- Cold bura wind
January Events & Festivals
- New Year (Jan 1) — quiet, mild
- Low season — cheapest prices, fewest crowds
- Reduced island ferry schedules
- Orthodox Christmas (Jan 7)
Split in January — Full Picture
January in Split is mild, wet, and very quiet — the cheapest, calmest time to visit. It averages 11°C/5°C, warmer than most of Europe in winter but with frequent rain.
This is a city-and-history trip, not a beach one. Diocletian's Palace, the cathedral, the cellars, and the Riva cafés are all enjoyable in the off-season hush, with no cruise crowds and locals reclaiming the alleys. Accommodation is at its cheapest, and you can walk into the best konobas without a reservation.
The trade-offs are real: the sea is too cold to swim (around 13-14°C), island ferry schedules are thinned out, and some seasonal restaurants and beach bars are closed. The bura wind can blow cold and occasionally disrupt ferry crossings.
Pack a warm jacket, a sweater, and an umbrella. If you want the palace and the city without the summer mob, January delivers — just don't expect island-hopping or beach days.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild Mediterranean winter — around 11°C/5°C, the wettest stretch of the year. A warm jacket, sweater, and an umbrella; a windproof layer for the cold bura northeasterly. It rarely freezes or snows in the city.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.3°C
10.3°C
9.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
29.7°C
20°C
5.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21°C
13.7°C
9.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current11.7°C
5.3°C
11/mo
Split Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11° | 5° | 11d·80mm | 4.5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 5° | 10d·65mm | 5h | 68% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 7° | 10d·65mm | 6h | 65% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 18° | 10° | 10d·65mm | 7h | 64% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 23° | 14° | 9d·55mm | 9h | 62% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 27° | 18° | 8d·50mm | 10h | 60% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| 31° | 21° | 4d·25mm | 12h | 56% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| 31° | 21° | 5d·45mm | 11h | 58% | 10 | Very busy | Peak | |
| September (Best) | 26° | 18° | 7d·75mm | 8h | 63% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 21° | 14° | 9d·95mm | 6h | 67% | 4 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 16° | 9° | 12d·110mm | 4h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 12° | 6° | 12d·95mm | 4h | 71% | 1 | Quiet | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Split?
Split in January is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Split in January?
Split January averages a high of 11°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Split in January?
Split January averages 80mm of rainfall over about 11 rainy days.
What should I wear in Split in January?
Mild Mediterranean winter — around 11°C/5°C, the wettest stretch of the year. A warm jacket, sweater, and an umbrella; a windproof layer for the cold bura northeasterly. It rarely freezes or snows in the city.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Split in January?
Split January sunrise is 07:15 and sunset is 16:45, with 9h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Split in January?
Split January air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Split in January?
In January, Split is great for Diocletian's Palace & cathedral (low-season calm), Riva café culture, Marjan Hill walk.
Is January peak season in Split?
Split January crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.