Month guide · Zagreb · Croatia
Zagreb in May
What May is really like in Zagreb: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
May is one of the best months to visit Zagreb. Expect average highs of 22°C (72°F), lows of 10°C (50°F), about 13 rainy days and roughly 14.9 hours of daylight. Warm, green and one of the best months for walking the Upper Town and Medvednica, with afternoon thunderstorms.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 22°C (72°F) / 10°C (50°F)
- Rainy days
- About 13
- Daylight
- About 14.9 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in May
May is the 5th-warmest month in Zagreb: days average 22°C (72°F) against a yearly average high of 17°C (63°F), and nights fall to about 10°C (50°F). Rain falls on roughly 13 of its 31 days. Compared with April (17°C (63°F)), May is warmer; by June highs climb to around 26°C (79°F).
- Sunrise (15 May)
- About 05:24
- Sunset (15 May)
- About 20:20
- Daylight
- About 14.9 hours
Spring (March–May). Light festivals, blossom in the Green Horseshoe and terraces reopening, with mild temperatures and frequent showers.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, May rates 3 for crowds (the peak is December at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in December). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in May
May has no major recurring festival in Zagreb, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in May
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Trešnjevka
Technical Museum Nikola Tesla
Time your visit to catch one of the guided tours of the mine or the Tesla demonstrations.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Kids
- Rainy day
- History
Gallery · Novi Zagreb
Museum of Contemporary Art
Croatia's largest modern museum building, opened in 2009 in Novi Zagreb, displays Croatian and international art from the 1950s onwards.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Rainy day
- Kids
- Architecture
Museum · Donji Grad (Lower Town)
Museum of Illusions
Visit early or on a weekday, as the rooms get crowded at weekends and the illusions work best with space for photos.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
Landmark · Donji Grad (Lower Town)
Ban Jelačić Square
Zagreb's main square, named after the 19th-century governor Josip Jelačić whose equestrian statue stands in the middle, is lined with Secessionist and neoclassical buildings.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Iconic
- Architecture
What to pack
For highs near 22°C, lows near 10°C and 13 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is May a good time to visit Zagreb?
One of the best months to visit Zagreb. The other best months are June, September–October and December. Compare every month.
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Questions travellers ask
+Is May a good time to visit Zagreb?
It is one of the best months to visit Zagreb. Warm, green and one of the best months for walking the Upper Town and Medvednica, with afternoon thunderstorms.
+How warm is Zagreb in May?
Average highs are around 22°C (72°F) and lows around 10°C (50°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Zagreb in May?
Expect rain on about 13 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.