Climate trends at Zagreb (1863–2025)
Zagreb, the capital of Croatia, has been observing significant climate trends over the past 162 years. The data from the ZAGREB-GRIC station indicates a warming of 2.37°C when comparing the average temperature from the first decade of observations (1863–1872) to the last decade (2015–2025). This warming trend is consistent with global patterns of climate change.
During the period from 1863 to 2025, the average temperature has notably increased. The mean temperature for the recent decade (2015–2024) stands at 13.94°C, compared to an average of 11.48°C recorded between 1961 and 1990. This indicates a clear upward trend in temperatures over the decades, with a warming rate of approximately 0.661°C per decade since 1980.
Climate change impacts
As global temperatures rise, cities like Zagreb are likely to experience increased risks of heatwaves and droughts. The warming trend observed in Zagreb could lead to more extreme weather events, impacting agriculture, water resources, and overall public health.
Comparison vs national benchmark and Paris
When comparing Zagreb's climate data to national averages, the mean temperature from 1991 to 2020 in Zagreb is 12.92°C, aligning closely with national benchmarks. Additionally, Zagreb's temperature is 0.32°C higher than that of Paris, indicating that it is experiencing a slightly warmer climate than the French capital.
Top-5 warm years
- 2024: 15.02°C
- 2019: 14.26°C
- 2023: 14.22°C
- 2022: 14.17°C
- 2018: 14.14°C
The warmest year on record for Zagreb is 2024, with a temperature of 15.02°C. In contrast, the record coldest temperature was observed in 1940, at 9.71°C.
For more detailed climate data, visit the raw data in JSON format or explore the interactive map for further insights.