Jelovica
Nude beach in Primorje-Gorski, Croatia
Jelovica is a beach that is customarily clothing optional in Primorje-Gorski, Croatia. The sea is warmest in August at about 24°C (75°F) and coolest in February (11°C (51°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 24°C (76°F), and the best time to visit is June to August. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Lukovac 1 (0.6 km (0.4 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Jelovica
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C | 12°C | 86 mm |
| February | 7°C | 11°C | 92 mm |
| March | 9°C | 11°C | 77 mm |
| April | 13°C | 13°C | 72 mm |
| May | 18°C | 17°C | 88 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 66 mm |
| July (best) | 24°C | 24°C | 51 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 24°C | 72 mm |
| September | 20°C | 21°C | 122 mm |
| October | 16°C | 19°C | 114 mm |
| November | 12°C | 16°C | 140 mm |
| December | 8°C | 14°C | 108 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 44.83468, 14.45860 · 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 Jelovica
- 1Lukovac 1 nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 24°C in August
- 2FKK beach Kamp Slatina nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 3Zela beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 24°C in August
- 4Arcić nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 24°C in August
- 5Plaža Banja nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 24°C in August
- 6Pošta beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 7Pincinovica nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 8Rasatovica 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 Jelovica clothing optional?
Jelovica is listed as "customarily clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=customary). 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 Jelovica?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to August. July averages 24°C (76°F) and January 6°C (43°F).
How warm is the water at Jelovica?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 11°C (51°F) to 24°C (75°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Jelovica?
The closest are Lukovac 1 (0.6 km (0.4 mi)), FKK beach Kamp Slatina (9.6 km (6 mi)) and Zela beach (9.6 km (6 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=customary). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.