Vienna vs Zagreb

Vienna and Zagreb are closely matched in January. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Vienna is on the cooler side at 3°C, requiring warmer clothing. Zagreb is cooler at 5°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Vienna is the stronger choice in January. Zagreb receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Vienna reaches an average high of 3°C (37°F) and drops to -3°C (27°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 6°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Zagreb averages 5°C (41°F) for the high and -2°C (28°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Vienna receives approximately 35 mm of rainfall across 8 rain days during January. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Zagreb sees 51 mm over 9 rain days. That makes Vienna the drier option by 1 rain day and 16 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.