Vruja
Nude beach in Split-Dalmatia, Croatia
Vruja is a clothing-optional beach in Split-Dalmatia, Croatia. The sea is warmest in August at about 25°C (77°F) and coolest in February (13°C (56°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 26°C (79°F), and the best time to visit is June to September. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Garma (3 km (1.9 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Vruja
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 14°C | 92 mm |
| February | 9°C | 13°C | 86 mm |
| March | 11°C | 13°C | 81 mm |
| April | 14°C | 15°C | 62 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 51 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 22°C | 43 mm |
| July (best) | 26°C | 24°C | 23 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 25°C | 32 mm |
| September (best) | 22°C | 23°C | 77 mm |
| October | 18°C | 21°C | 84 mm |
| November | 14°C | 19°C | 115 mm |
| December | 11°C | 16°C | 111 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 43.22999, 17.09003 · 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 Vruja
- 1Garma nude beach · Split-Dalmatia · best June to SeptemberCustomarySea 25°C in August
- 2Dračevac beach nude beach · Split-Dalmatia · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 3Nugal Beach nude beach · Split-Dalmatia · best June to AugustOfficialSea 25°C in August
- 4St. Peter Lighthouse nude beach · Split-Dalmatia · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 5Cvitačka FKK nude beach · Split-Dalmatia · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 6Blaca beach nude beach · Split-Dalmatia · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 7Kamp Nudist naturist campground · Split-Dalmatia · best July to AugustClothing optional
- 8Nudist Beach Zavala - FKK nude beach · Split-Dalmatia · best June to SeptemberNaturist onlySea 25°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 Vruja clothing optional?
Vruja is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). 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 Vruja?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 26°C (78°F) and January 9°C (48°F).
How warm is the water at Vruja?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (56°F) to 25°C (77°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Vruja?
The closest are Garma (3 km (1.9 mi)), Dračevac beach (3.4 km (2.1 mi)) and Nugal Beach (7.1 km (4.4 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.