#300 European Rank
Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv)
Strunjan, Slovenian Riviera, Slovenia•Adriatic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Kai Medina (Mk170101) (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.56/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.4°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€38/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Strunjan, Slovenian Riviera · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
10.8°C
Air 19°C
Feb
9.6°C
Air 20°C
Mar
10.1°C
Air 22°C
Apr
13.1°C
Air 25°C
May
17.9°C
Air 28°C
Jun
22.5°C
Air 31°C
Jul
25.0°C
Air 33°C
Peak
Aug
25.4°C
Air 33°C
Sep
22.6°C
Air 31°C
Oct
19.3°C
Air 28°C
Nov
16.2°C
Air 24°C
Dec
13.2°C
Air 21°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 5 Jun – 30 Sep (>21°C) · 117 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Slovenia Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.8 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv)
Slovenia's wildest beach curls beneath the Adriatic's tallest cliffs in the Strunjan reserve.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Reached via scenic cliffside hiking trails within the Strunjan Nature Reserve
•Protected Status / Environment: Core protected marine and coastal zone within the Strunjan Landscape Park (Krajinski park Strunjan)
•Notable Feature: Crescent-shaped wild pebble bay beneath the highest flysch cliff wall in the entire Adriatic Sea (up to 80m high)
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
NoNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Strunjan, Slovenian Riviera. Accessible via regional coastal roads (45.535°N, 13.605°E).
•Shallow and calm over tidal flats.
•Beneath the highest flysch cliffs on the Adriatic, in a nature reserve.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Strunjan, Slovenian Riviera, Slovenia.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv)
What is the water temperature at Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv)?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv) averages 25.4°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv)?
Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv) is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Strunjan, Slovenian Riviera, Slovenia.
Is Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv) good for families with kids?
Yes, Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv) is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv)?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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