Ciganka Beach
Nude beach in Primorje-Gorski, Croatia · also known as Ciganka
Ciganka Beach is a clothing-optional beach in Primorje-Gorski, Croatia. The sea is warmest in August at about 24°C (75°F) and coolest in February (11°C (52°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 21°C (70°F), and the best time to visit is July to August. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Kinjka FKK (0.4 km (0.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Ciganka Beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C | 12°C | 101 mm |
| February | 2°C | 11°C | 107 mm |
| March | 6°C | 11°C | 91 mm |
| April | 10°C | 13°C | 92 mm |
| May | 15°C | 17°C | 105 mm |
| June | 19°C | 21°C | 79 mm |
| July (best) | 21°C | 24°C | 62 mm |
| August (best) | 21°C | 24°C | 82 mm |
| September | 16°C | 21°C | 140 mm |
| October | 12°C | 19°C | 132 mm |
| November | 7°C | 17°C | 156 mm |
| December | 3°C | 14°C | 123 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: Ciganka
- Coordinates: 44.84976, 14.72512 · 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 Ciganka Beach
- 1Kinjka FKK nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustOfficialSea 24°C in August
- 2Dubac nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 3Pošta beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 4Sahara Beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 5Potpećina nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustOfficialSea 24°C in August
- 6Uvala Potpećna nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustOfficialSea 24°C in August
- 7Stolac FKK nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 8Sveti Nikola nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustToleratedSea 24°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 Ciganka Beach clothing optional?
Ciganka Beach is listed as "clothing optional" according to TZ Lopar (Lopar Tourist Board): Nudist Beaches. Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. You can check what applies in Croatia before you go.
When is the best time to visit Ciganka Beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are July to August. July averages 21°C (70°F) and January 1°C (34°F).
How warm is the water at Ciganka Beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 11°C (52°F) to 24°C (75°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Ciganka Beach?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (Ciganka) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Ciganka Beach?
The closest are Kinjka FKK (0.4 km (0.2 mi)), Dubac (1.2 km (0.7 mi)) and Pošta beach (1.7 km (1.1 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against TZ Lopar (Lopar Tourist Board): Nudist Beaches (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q131442836 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.