The average temperature over the year is 12°C. July is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 22°C; January is the coldest month, with an average temperature of 1°C. The average monthly rainfall in the city is around 43.4 mm.

The official currency of Zagreb is Croatian Kuna (HRK).

The official language of Zagreb is Croatian.

Catholics make up the majority of the population in Croatia. Villages and towns, and professionals generally have their own patron saints. Religion is crucial to locals.

When greeting others, Croatians prefer to shake hands and address each other with their honorific titles plus surname. Only greet with first names after being invited to. Close friends may greet each other with an embrace and a kiss on each cheek.

If invited to someone’s house, bringing flowers as a gift is preferred. Do not give chrysanthemums as they are used at funerals and gravestones. When giving flowers, please make sure the number of flowers is in an odd number.

Croatian cuisine is a fusion of culinary styles from Italy, France, Mediterranean, Hungary, Austria and Far East. It is also influenced by other Slavic countries and its neighbouring states. Croatians love pork, and use condiments such as black pepper, chilli powder and garlic when cooking. Grilled pork, Dalmatinski pršut (cured, smoked and dried ham), kulen, sheep milk cheese soup, mushroom soup and meat dumplings are some of the signature dishes. Fresh seafood can be found along the western coast of Croatia.

The most famous specialty in Croatia has to be gingerbread. Gingerbread in different shapes are popular souvenirs. Heart-shaped gingerbread is the most common motif, and is frequently used for weddings. Gingerbread craft is listed as one of the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.