Sahara Beach
Nude beach in Primorje-Gorski, Croatia · also known as Sahara (FKK)
Sahara 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 Uvala Potpećna (0.6 km (0.4 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Sahara 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: Uvala Zastolac
- Coordinates: 44.84083, 14.75294 · 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 Sahara Beach
- 1Uvala Potpećna nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustOfficialSea 24°C in August
- 2Potpećina nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustOfficialSea 24°C in August
- 3Stolac FKK nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 4Dubac nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 5Kinjka FKK nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustOfficialSea 24°C in August
- 6Ciganka Beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 7Zadbadnja nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 8Pošta beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July 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 Sahara Beach clothing optional?
Sahara Beach is listed as "clothing optional" according to Lopar Tourist Board (TZ Lopar): 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 Sahara 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 Sahara 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 Sahara Beach?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (Uvala Zastolac) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Sahara Beach?
The closest are Uvala Potpećna (0.6 km (0.4 mi)), Potpećina (0.6 km (0.4 mi)) and Stolac FKK (1 km (0.6 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Lopar Tourist Board (TZ Lopar): Nudist Beaches (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikipedia · Wikidata Q16899579 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.