Dalmatia — winter weather
Dalmatia is known for its long and warm summers and beaches that attract tourists from all over the world. But what happens during winter? What kind of weather can you expect then?
Thanks to the Mediterranean climate, the winters in this part of Croatia are fairly mild compared to the central part of the country, and experiencing snow on the coast is exceptionally rare.
That doesn’t mean the weather doesn’t pose any challenges, though — bura and jugo can inflict serious damage and even stop the ferries that connect the islands with the mainland from operating.
Winter temperatures
Winter temperatures in Dalmatia rarely go below the freezing point, but gusts of bura can make you feel much colder than it really is. Many will say that they have the impression the temperature is several degrees lower than what the thermometer says.
The coldest month of the year is January when the median temperature is somewhere in the range between 5°C and 10°C. February is about the same, whereas December is slightly warmer than the other two winter months.
Compared to other temperatures in Croatia, especially the inland part, the climate in Split and other Dalmatian cities is significantly warmer. This is what makes real estate in Dalmatia more attractive, both if you’re looking for a place to live or if you just want to get away from all the snow and cold.
Precipitation during winter
Snow in Dalmatia is very rare, and even when it does fall it usually doesn’t remain on the ground long enough to cause problems. Even today people vividly remember the snow in Split in 2012 which paralyzed the city and was the first such snow in many years.
Considering all of that, rain is by far the most common form of precipitation during winter in Dalmatia, and it is often accompanied by jugo. However, it’s not uncommon to see hail during the winter period, either.
