October weather forecastZagreb, Croatia

The iconic buildings of the cathedral in Zagreb, Croatia in an early autumn morningThe iconic buildings of the cathedral in Zagreb, Croatia in an early autumn morning

October

Weather in October

The mild and enjoyable climate of October in Zagreb serves as a timely preamble to the cold months that lie ahead. Both temperature and rainfall go through a downward trend, signaling the arrival of colder months. November will bring even cooler weather, and gradually, the city will start preparing for winter. October's weather, scattered with falling leaves and cool breezes, complements the tranquil ambiance of Zagreb.

Temperature

The onset of October in Zagreb, Croatia, entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from an agreeable 22.1°C (71.8°F) in September to a moderate 15.8°C (60.4°F). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 6.2°C (43.2°F) during October.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in October in Zagreb, Croatia, is 81.3%.

Rainfall

In Zagreb, in October, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Zagreb, there are 135.6 rainfall days, and 840mm (33.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Zagreb.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Zagreb, Croatia, is 10h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:36 CEST. On the last day of October, in Zagreb, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 16:43 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.

Sunshine

In Zagreb, the average sunshine in October is 4h.

UV index

In Zagreb, the average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during October leads to these instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in October, in Zagreb, is 15.8°C (60.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 6.2°C (43.2°F).

In Zagreb, Croatia, the average relative humidity in October is 81.3%.

In Zagreb, Croatia, in October, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 83mm (3.27") of accumulated precipitation.

May through October are months without snowfall in Zagreb, Croatia.

In Zagreb, in October, it doesn't snow. In November, it regularly snows.

The average day length in October in Zagreb, Croatia, is 10h and 56min.

On the first day of October, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 18:36 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:35 and sunset at 16:43 CET.

On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends in Zagreb, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. The next DST starts on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00.

In Zagreb, the average sunshine duration in October is 4h.

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in October
Zagreb, Croatia

  • Average high temperature in October: 15.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (26.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in October: 6.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3°C).

Average humidity in October
Zagreb, Croatia

  • Average humidity in October: 81.3%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (84.8%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (67.5%).

Average rainfall in October
Zagreb, Croatia

  • Average rainfall in October: 82.9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (95.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (38.9mm).

Average rainfall days in October
Zagreb, Croatia

  • Average rainfall days in October: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.4 days).

Average snowfall days in October
Zagreb, Croatia

  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Zagreb, Croatia

  • Average daylight in October: 10h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average UV index in October
Zagreb, Croatia

  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).