About Croatia
Croatia, officially the Republic of Croatia, is a country in Central and Southeastern Europe, on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. It borders Slovenia to the northwest, Hungary to the northeast, Serbia to the east, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro to the southeast, and shares a maritime border with Italy to the west. The Croatian archipelago contains over 1,000 islands and islets, the largest overseas territory on the Adriatic Sea. Its capital, largest city and main cultural and economic centre is Zagreb. Major urban centres include Split, Rijeka, and Osijek. The country is composed of twenty counties spanning 56,594 square kilometres within four historical and cultural regions. Croatia has a population of nearly 3.9 million as of 2026.
Climate in Zagreb
Warmest August, coolest January, driest January, sunniest July. Best time to visit: September.
Monthly climate normals for Zagreb, 2020| Month | High | Low | Rainfall | Sunshine |
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| January | 5.8°C | -2.1°C | 22mm | 201h |
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| February | 11.3°C | 1.4°C | 49mm | 232h |
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| March | 12.3°C | 3°C | 40mm | 264h |
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| April | 18.8°C | 5.9°C | 26mm | 360h |
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| May | 20.4°C | 10.1°C | 95mm | 329h |
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| June | 24.7°C | 14.4°C | 91mm | 346h |
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| July | 26.6°C | 16.4°C | 115mm | 389h |
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| August | 27.5°C | 18°C | 132mm | 350h |
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| September | 23.1°C | 13.2°C | 63mm | 323h |
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| October | 16.6°C | 8.2°C | 162mm | 229h |
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| November | 8.7°C | 3.5°C | 44mm | 148h |
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| December | 6°C | 1.2°C | 84mm | 107h |
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Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)
Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.
Travel guide
Croatia is a Mediterranean country in Southeastern Europe, and is a part of the Balkans. Much of the tourist industry is concentrated along the coast. Nautical tourism is supported by marinas, while cultural tourism relies on the appeal of medieval coastal cities and cultural events taking place during the summer. Inland areas offer agrotourism, mountain resorts, and spas. Zagreb is a significant destination, rivalling major coastal cities and resorts. Croatia has unpolluted marine areas with nature reserves and 116 Blue Flag beaches. Croatia was ranked first in Europe for swimming water quality in 2022 by the European Environmental Agency.
UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
- Euphrasian Basilica
- Garagnin-Fanfogna Palace
- Historic City of Trogir
- Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian
- Old city (Dubrovnik)
- Plitvice Lakes National Park
- Q29000652
- Stari Grad Plain
- The Venetian Works of defence between 15th and 17th centuries
Upcoming public holidays
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