2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Plitvice Lakes in January

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

January is a good time to visit Plitvice Lakes. Plitvice Lakes has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 6°C, lows of -2°C, and approximately 7 rainy days per month.

Avg High

6°C

Avg Low

-2°C

Rainy days

7days

Daylight

9.2h

Is January a good time to visit Plitvice Lakes?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

7:33 AM

Sunset

4:42 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

Up to 16 days ahead
Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 6°C -2°C 7 Good
February 10°C 1°C 11 Good
March 10°C 1°C 14 Wet
April 16°C 4°C 4 Good
May 18°C 8°C 19 Excellent (best)
June 21°C 12°C 12 Excellent (best)
July 24°C 14°C 11 Good
August 26°C 16°C 13 Wet
September 20°C 11°C 9 Excellent (best)
October 15°C 8°C 11 Excellent (best)
November 9°C 2°C 8 Good
December 6°C 1°C 14 Wet

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Climate: Moderate
Travel Context Perfect weather for walking tours and all-day sightseeing.

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Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Plitvice Lakes? +

January is typically Good for visiting Plitvice Lakes, with average highs of 6°C and around 7 rainy days.

What should I pack for Plitvice Lakes in January? +

With highs of 6°C and lows of -2°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.

Does it rain a lot in Plitvice Lakes in January? +

Plitvice Lakes typically sees around 7 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Plitvice Lakes in January? +

In January, Plitvice Lakes gets approximately 9.2 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Plitvice Lakes? +

No, January is not peak season in Plitvice Lakes. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Plitvice Lakes? +

The best months to visit Plitvice Lakes are May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Zagreb)

Last Updated: January 2026

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