Croatia Faces Dueling Weather: Rain and Thunderstorms in North, Scorching Heat in South

Croatia is currently facing a split weather scenario, with much of the country bracing for rain and thunderstorms while the southern regions enjoy sunny and hot conditions. The State Hydrometeorological Institute (DHMZ) has issued a yellow warning for the Split region due to high temperatures, anticipating conditions that could reach up to 35 degrees Celsius.

For the remainder of the day, most of Croatia can expect changeable and unstable weather. The DHMZ forecast indicates scattered rain and thunderstorms, some of which could be locally intense. In contrast, the southern parts of the country are predicted to remain predominantly sunny and very hot, with temperatures climbing to 35 degrees Celsius. Inland areas will see daytime highs between 26 and 31 degrees Celsius, while coastal and island locations will experience temperatures from 30 to 35 degrees Celsius. Light to moderate northerly and northwesterly winds are expected, potentially strengthening in the evening. The northern Adriatic coast will see strengthening bora winds, while Dalmatia will experience light to moderate southerly and southwesterly winds.

The unstable weather is set to continue into the beginning of the new week. Monday is forecast to be partly sunny with variable cloud cover. There is a possibility of rain and thunderstorms, particularly in Gorski Kotar and inland Dalmatia. Daytime temperatures are expected to range between 25 and 30 degrees Celsius. However, the coast and islands will remain very warm, with temperatures between 30 and 34 degrees Celsius. The yellow warning for dangerous weather conditions and increased risk of heat stress remains in effect for the Split region.