Basilica of the Heart of Jesus, Zagreb

Church Prominent Zagreb church notable for neo-Gothic architecture

A neo‑Gothic basilica in Zagreb noted for twin towers and ornate interior decoration. Visitors attend services, concerts and admire stained glass and stonework.

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Basilica of the Heart of Jesus, Zagreb
Zagreb (Church/Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus), City of Zagreb, Croatia
45.8089, 15.9824

How to Get to Basilica of the Heart of Jesus, Zagreb #

The Basilica of the Heart of Jesus is in central Zagreb. It’s within easy walking distance of Zagreb’s city centre and main train station (Glavni kolodvor) - expect about a 10-15 minute walk from the station or a short ride on the city tram network. Taxis from central Zagreb take only a few minutes.

Best Time to Visit Basilica of the Heart of Jesus, Zagreb #

Visit in late spring or early autumn to avoid the peak summer crowds; winter is quiet but cold.

Spring (Mar-May)
Mar-May · 5-20°C
Shoulder season with pleasant conditions; visitor numbers rise around major religious holidays but are generally moderate.
Summer (Jun-Aug)
Jun-Aug · 18-30°C
Warm weather and peak tourist season - the church sees its highest visitor numbers in summer and on weekends.
Winter (Dec-Feb)
Dec-Feb · -5-5°C
Cold weather and lower tourist volumes; services continue but overall footfall is quieter outside holiday dates.

Weather & Climate near Basilica of the Heart of Jesus, Zagreb #

Climate

Basilica of the Heart of Jesus, Zagreb's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 27°C. Moderate rainfall (873 mm/year).

Air Quality: AQI 54 Moderate
Best Time to Visit
JulyAugustJune
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
41°
Warmest Month
-22°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 4°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-2°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

49 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
9.0h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

45 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
89%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

46 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.3
UV Index
Low
10.2h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 3°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

59 Acceptable

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
12°
83%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

56 mm
Rainfall
2.3 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Moderate
11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (64 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
16°
77%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

64 mm
Rainfall
2.2 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
13.4h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Moderate rainfall (77 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
11° 22°
74%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

77 mm
Rainfall
2.0 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.3
UV Index
High
14.7h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. The wettest month with 94 mm of rain and partly cloudy skies.

79 Very Good

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 25°
69%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
1.9 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.7
UV Index
Very High
15.4h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 27°
63%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
1.8 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.8
UV Index
Very High
15.1h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 16°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

81 Excellent

Comfort

21°
Feels Like Mild
21°C
Temperature
16° 26°
62%
Humidity
Humid

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
1.5
UV Index
High
13.9h daylight

September

September is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

67 Good

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
12° 22°
71%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

86 mm
Rainfall
1.6 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.9
UV Index
Moderate
12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (83 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

65 Good

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°
82%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

83 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.5
UV Index
Low
10.8h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
90%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

82 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.2
UV Index
Low
9.4h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -1°C. Moderate rainfall (61 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

43 Poor

Comfort

Feels Like Cold
C
Temperature
-1°
92%
Humidity
Very Humid

Weather

61 mm
Rainfall
1.7 m/s
Wind
Calm
0.1
UV Index
Low
8.6h daylight

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