Južna Plaža nudist
Nude beach in Dubrovnik-Neretva, Croatia
Južna Plaža nudist is a clothing-optional beach in Dubrovnik-Neretva, Croatia. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (78°F) and coolest in February (14°C (57°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 26°C (79°F), and the best time to visit is June to September. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Iza Ponte nudist (1.9 km (1.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Južna Plaža nudist
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 14°C | 143 mm |
| February | 10°C | 14°C | 141 mm |
| March | 12°C | 14°C | 123 mm |
| April | 14°C | 15°C | 91 mm |
| May | 18°C | 19°C | 75 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 23°C | 58 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 35 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 38 mm |
| September (best) | 22°C | 24°C | 103 mm |
| October | 18°C | 21°C | 123 mm |
| November | 15°C | 19°C | 161 mm |
| December | 11°C | 16°C | 159 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: Ht. Croatia
- Coordinates: 42.57844, 18.21211 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Croatia?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Naturist places near Južna Plaža nudist
- 1Iza Ponte nudist nude beach · Dubrovnik-Neretva · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2Supetar nude beach · Dubrovnik-Neretva · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Tiha nudist nude beach · Dubrovnik-Neretva · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Nudist beach Beterina nude beach · Dubrovnik-Neretva · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Lokrum naturist park or area · Dubrovnik-Neretva · best July to AugustListed
- 6Cava Beach nude beach · Dubrovnik-Neretva · best June to SeptemberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 7Camp Full Monte naturist campground · Herceg Novi · best July to AugustTolerated
- 8Prevlaka beach nude beach · Herceg Novi · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
Is Južna Plaža nudist clothing optional?
Južna Plaža nudist is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. NudistMap has not yet verified this status in person. You can check what applies in Croatia before you go.
When is the best time to visit Južna Plaža nudist?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 25°C (78°F) and January 9°C (49°F).
How warm is the water at Južna Plaža nudist?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 14°C (57°F) to 26°C (78°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Južna Plaža nudist?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (Ht. Croatia) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Južna Plaža nudist?
The closest are Iza Ponte nudist (1.9 km (1.2 mi)), Supetar (2 km (1.2 mi)) and Tiha nudist (2.1 km (1.3 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.