Zela beach
Nude beach in Primorje-Gorski, Croatia
Zela beach 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 Arcić (0.5 km (0.3 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Zela beach
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: 44.92131, 14.45531 · 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 Zela beach
- 1Arcić nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 24°C in August
- 2Plaža Banja nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 24°C in August
- 3Jelovica nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 24°C in August
- 4Lukovac 1 nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 24°C in August
- 5FKK beach Kamp Slatina nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 6Rajla nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustToleratedSea 24°C in August
- 7Mala Jana nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 24°C in August
- 8Rajta beach nude beach · Primorje-Gorski · best June to AugustCustomarySea 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 Zela beach clothing optional?
Zela beach 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 Zela beach?
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 Zela beach?
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 Zela beach?
The closest are Arcić (0.5 km (0.3 mi)), Plaža Banja (2.2 km (1.4 mi)) and Jelovica (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.