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Knin, Croatia
Šibenik-Knin · Croatia
Knin is a small city in Šibenik-Knin, Croatia with a population of 8,262. Elevation: 755 ft (230 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Knin
Knin is a city in the Šibenik-Knin County of Croatia, located in the Dalmatian hinterland near the source of the river Krka, an important traffic junction on the rail and road routes between Zagreb and Split. Knin rose to prominence twice in history, as the capital of both the medieval Kingdom of Croatia and briefly of the self-proclaimed Republic of Serbian Krajina within the newly independent Republic of Croatia for the duration of the Croatian War of Independence from 1991 to 1995.
People
Climate
| Population | 8,262 |
| Population Density | 60 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.0406°, 16.1966° |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
| Country | 🇭🇷 Croatia |
| State / Province | Šibenik-Knin |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.7 inches (1,007 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Knin
Knin is a small city in Croatia (Šibenik-Knin) with a population of 8,262. The city sits at an elevation of 755 feet (230 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Zagreb.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below Croatia avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 264 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 755 ft (230 m) |
| Area | 2.5 sq mi (6.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 60/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0406°N, 16.1966°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1962 | DALMATIAN COASTS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 110 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36°F (2°C) | 3.0 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 4.0 in |
Knin has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 36°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.1").
Colleges & Universities in Knin
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pučko otvoreno učilište | College | - | Visit → |
| Veleučilište Marko Marulić | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Knin
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Srednja škola Lovre Montija | - | - | - | - |
| Srednja strukovna škola kralja Zvonimira | - | - | - | - |
| Osnovna škola dr. Franje Tuđmana | - | - | - | - |
| Osnovna škola Domovinske zahvalnosti | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Knin
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Županijski Radio Šibenik | various | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ritam | various music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ultra Split | - | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Radio Ritam Šibenik | dalmatia, hits | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Knin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arheološka zbirka | ||||
| Etnografska zbirka | ||||
| Gradski muzej Drniš | ||||
| Krka - well of life | ||||
| Krka Eco Campus | ||||
| Old Mill | ||||
| Oluja 95 |
Libraries in Knin
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GK Knin | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Knin
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nova tržnica | |||||
| pijaca | |||||
| Stara tržnica Knin |
Restaurants in Knin
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Knin
16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Knin
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Knin
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Knin
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Knin
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Knin
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Knin
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Knin
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Knin
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Knin
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Knin
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kninsko pivo |
Stadiums & Teams in Knin
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Knin
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Split Saint Jerome Airport | SPU | Large Airport |
| Udbina Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Livno Brda Bosni Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Medeno Polje Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| PPG Paragliding Field | - | Small Airport |
| Sinj Piket Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zvonimir Rain Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Knin
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 22300 Knin |
Treatment Centers in Knin
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Centar za rehabilitaciju "Fra Ante Sekelez" |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Knin
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| crkva Gospe Velikog Hrvatskog Krsnog Zavjeta | |
| crkva Pokrova Presvete Bogorodice | |
| Crkva svete Barbare | |
| crkva svetog Ante Padovanskog | |
| Crkva Svetog Đurđa | |
| crkva svetog Josipa |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Croatia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Knin
What is the population of Knin?
Knin has a population of 8,262 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 60 people per square mile, spread across 2.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Knin?
Knin has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches.