Zagreb Holiday Weather Overview
Zagreb is the capital city of Croatia and is also the largest city in the Republic. It can be found on the banks of the Sava River in the northwest region of Croatia at the foot of the Medvednica Mountain. Zagreb has a long history that reaches back as far as the Romans.
Best food and places to eat in Zagreb
There is a great selection of eastern European food on offer in Zagreb with restaurants such as Trilogija, the Restaurant Cuvee, OXBO Urban Bar & Grill, the Restoran Laterna na Dolcu, the Knoba Didov San, the Purger and Apetit City Restaurant & Bar.
For those who have special dietary requirements there is the vegetarian, vegan and organic restaurant, Elixir – Raw Food Club that offers a very well-priced menu starting at around £4 per dish and ranging to £9.
Top places to stay in Zagreb
There is a slightly limited range of accommodation available in Zagreb and though there are hostels and bed and breakfast rooms available for those who are backpacking or looking for a cheaper alternative to a hotel, hotels are your best bet in the city.
The hotels and bed & breakfasts in Zagreb include the Bed & Breakfast Studio Kairos, Rooms Zagreb 17, the Guesthouse Zagreb, 4 City Windows Bed & Breakfast, the Pension Kezele, the Rooms Centar Canalis and the Sobe Madison.
When it comes to hotels there are a wide variety ranging from the Esplanade Zagreb Hotel with five stars and a historical lineage to the 3 star Hotel Jagerhorn. There are also hotels such as Hotel 9, DoubleTree by Hilton, the Best Western Premier Hotel Astoria, the Hotel President Pantovcak and the Camera Felice.
Things to do and see in Zagreb
Zagreb is a city that has a lot more to offer than pretty buildings and Croatian history. There are lots of high adrenaline attractions in the city that include Skydiving Croatia, the Karting Arena and the Jarun Lake where you can enjoy water sports amid somewhat chaotic conditions.
For those more interested in a quite walk around the city there are places such as the Arts and Crafts Museum, the Stone Gate, the Jelacic Square, the Mimara Museum, the Lower Town, the Croatian National Theatre and the Cathedral of the Assumption that are beautiful testaments to the history and culture of the city.
For natural beauty there are walks in the Medvednica Mountain and mountain bike trails as well as the beautiful park of Zrinjevac.
Best month to visit Zagreb
The best time to visit Zagreb is during the spring months as the weather is dry, the skies clear but the temperatures are much lower than during the summer making the city much more pleasant to explore. Zagreb’s busiest period is during the summer months which make the spring streets much less crowded and gives you better access to the attractions, restaurants and accommodation.
Climate in Zagreb
Zagreb has a continental climate and four distinct seasons with hot and dry summers, cold winters and wet autumn. The city itself can feel much hotter than coastal regions of Croatia due to the lack of sea breezes that take the edge off the heat. Spring temperatures can be very hot as well, with May often having temperatures as hot as the summer.
Summer in Zagreb
The summer months in Zagreb are hot with temperatures averaging around 20 degrees Celsius across the season (June to August) however during July and August temperatures can reach a peak of around 26 degrees Celsius. There is little to no rainfall and the heat can be quite close with little reprieve.
Autumn in Zagreb
In autumn the temperatures of summer turn colder though they are still quite pleasant. The fog and rain does cool the temperature of the city considerably on some days and it can be difficult to predict what the weather will be like from one day to the next between September and November.
Winter in Zagreb
The winter in Zagreb starts in December and ends in March and is a slightly longer season than all the others. The temperature during the winter months can get as low as 1 degree Celsius on average with temperatures often going down as low as -4 degrees Celsius in January and February. Snowfall is very common during the winter months and tourist visiting at this time of year should come prepared.
Spring in Zagreb
Spring is the nicest time of year in Zagreb but is also the shortest season only lasting from April to May with temperatures that can get as warm as 30 degrees Celsius towards the end of May. The season is remarkably dry and warms up very quickly from the chilly winter temperatures.
What to pack and wear in Zagreb?
In spring and summer light clothing is more than enough to wear around the city, though in autumn light clothing is enough to keep you warm, you will need some kind of waterproof and longer clothing on foggy days when the temperature dips. During the winter months it is advisable to weather warm clothing to keep out the winter chill.
Best months to visit Zagreb?
June and September are the best month to go for holiday or travel to Zagreb. The weather averages gathered from Zagreb weather forecast and Zagreb weather history also forecast these months temperature to be around 26°c and average of 229.8667 hours of sunshine in a month.
Coldest months of Zagreb?
January and February are the coldest months with temperature at around -1°c.
Which months receive most rainfall in Zagreb?
May and September receive most rainfall with precipitation count of 115.51mm.
Travelling to Zagreb? Check out our Weather averages of Zagreb to better plan your holiday or travel.
If you would just like to know what the weather was for a past dates for research or education or you are just curious then visit our historical weather of Zagreb section.