January weather forecastKrk, Croatia

January

Weather in January

As the new year starts, Krk, Croatia witnesses crisp and chilly weather conditions. The island is mostly surrounded by cloud cover that often results in rainfall reaching 62mm (2.44"), while also experiencing the snowy delights of the season adding up around 36mm (1.42"). Walking under the overcast sky, one can expect an embrace of fresh gusts of winds. However, the coziness of the indoors might seem inviting with temperatures dropping to their lowest. January is often considered a quiet retreat among locals with fewer tourists on the streets.

Temperature

With average high temperatures of 4.4°C (39.9°F) and lows of 0°C (32°F), January is the coldest month.

Humidity

In January, the average relative humidity in Krk is 83%.

Rainfall

In January, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout January, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Krk, there are 156.6 rainfall days, and 771mm (30.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Krk. In January, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout January, 36mm (1.42") of snow is accumulated. In Krk, Croatia, during the entire year, snow falls for 8 days and aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Krk, Croatia, in January, the average water temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 11.8°C (53.2°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Krk, Croatia, the average length of the day in January is 9h and 14min.
On the first day of January, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:06 CET.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in January translates into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

In Krk, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in January, averaging a high of 4.4°C (39.9°F) and a low of 0°C (32°F).

The average high-temperature, in January, in Krk, is 4.4°C (39.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 0°C (32°F).

In January, the average relative humidity in Krk, Croatia, is 83%.

In January, in Krk, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout January, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Krk, Croatia, during January, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of snow.

In January, the average sea temperature in Krk is 11.8°C (53.2°F). Swimming in 11.8°C (53.2°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

The average day length in January in Krk, Croatia, is 9h and 14min.

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of the month, in Krk, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:06 CET.

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, January has the least sunshine of the year in Krk, Croatia.

The average sunshine duration in January in Krk is 4.9h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In Krk, the average daily maximum UV index in January is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
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Average humidity
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Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average high temperature in January: 4.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 0°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°C).

Average pressure in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average pressure in January: 1017.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.2mbar).

Average wind speed in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average wind speed in January: 14.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.7km/h).

Average humidity in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average humidity in January: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (67%).

Average rainfall in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average rainfall in January: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (39mm).

Average rainfall days in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average rainfall days in January: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average snowfall in January: 36mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (41mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average snowfall days in January: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average sea temperature in January: 11.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (10.9°C).

Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 4h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average sunshine days in January: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average UV index in January: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average cloud cover in January: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in January
Krk, Croatia

  • Average visibility in January: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (9km).