Sveti Nikola
Nude beach in Primorje-Gorski, Croatia
Sveti Nikola is a beach where nudity is tolerated 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 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 Pošta beach (2.1 km (1.3 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Sveti Nikola
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 | 17°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: 44.84204, 14.68456 · 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 Sveti Nikola
- 1Pošta beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 2Ciganka Beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 3Kinjka FKK nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustOfficialSea 24°C in August
- 4Dubac nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 5Sahara Beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 6Pošta beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 7Potpećina nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustOfficialSea 24°C in August
- 8Stolac FKK nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 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 Sveti Nikola clothing optional?
Sveti Nikola is listed as "nudity tolerated" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). 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 Sveti Nikola?
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 Sveti Nikola?
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.
What other naturist places are near Sveti Nikola?
The closest are Pošta beach (2.1 km (1.3 mi)), Ciganka Beach (3.3 km (2.1 mi)) and Kinjka FKK (3.6 km (2.2 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.