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Zagreb has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfb) with four distinct seasons, warm summers, and cold winters. Long-term climate data show average temperatures around 22°C in July and about 1.5°C in January, with precipitation distributed through the year and no true dry season. The current warm, partly cloudy conditions are consistent with Zagreb's summer climate, but seasonal averages are much cooler in winter and slightly lower in summer than in coastal Croatia.
Summer Average
23°C
Winter Average
1°C
Climate Type
Humid Continental
Rainy Days
120
Sunny Days
215
Humidity
72%
Spring
March - May
10-20°C
Spring warms quickly from cool March conditions to mild and sometimes pleasant May weather. Rainfall increases in late spring, and thunderstorms can occur as temperatures rise.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
21-28°C
Summers are warm to hot, with July typically the warmest month and average highs often in the mid-20s°C. Short rain showers and thunderstorms are common, but there are also many sunny days.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
8-18°C
Autumn is cooler and increasingly damp, with mild September weather giving way to chilly November conditions. Cloudier days become more frequent and rainfall remains fairly regular.
Moderate rainfall
Winter
December - February
-3-5°C
Winters are cold, often gray, and occasionally snowy, with January usually the coldest period. Temperatures commonly stay near freezing at night, though milder spells also occur.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Zagreb
Zagreb offers a rare combination: a vibrant Central European capital with genuine affordability and a walkable, livable center—without the tourist saturation of Prague or Budapest. The city has solid healthcare and public transport, a growing expat community, and a slower pace that appeals to those seeking work-life balance. Housing costs remain reasonable, and the Adriatic coast is just a few hours away.
The trade-off is straightforward: it's smaller and less internationally connected than Western European hubs, which means fewer English speakers outside professional circles and a narrower job market. If you're seeking a cost-effective base with character and stability rather than a major career hub, Zagreb rewards the move.
Advantages
Zagreb
Historic Upper Town charm
Affordable European living
Excellent public transportation
Rich cultural heritage
Close to natural landscapes
Disadvantages
Zagreb
Low salary levels
Limited job opportunities
Slow bureaucratic processes
Aging infrastructure
Brain drain phenomenon
Safety & Security in Zagreb
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Good
74
/100
Croatia Avg
59
Europe Avg
59
Worldwide Avg
56
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Zagreb to Croatia averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Zagreb
Croatia Average
Safety Index
0510
Good
Safety from Crime
0510
Safe
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Excellent
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Good
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Safe
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Safe
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 92/100
No data for Zagreb — showing hazard indicators from nearby Zalaegerszeg (~132 km).
