#453 European Rank Blue Flag Certified

Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža)

Lopar, Rab, Croatia•Adriatic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September

Photo: Zoran Kurelić Rabko (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

EDITORIAL SCORE

4.44/ 5.0

SEA TEMPERATURE

23.8°C

August 30-year average

DAILY BUDGET

€60/day

SAND & SHORELINE

Golden Sand

Shallow & Gentle

Sea Temperature by Month

30-year monthly averages for Lopar, Rab · NOAA satellite data

Swipe 12 months ⇄

Ideal Swimming

Jan

12.0°C

Air 18°C

Feb

11.0°C

Air 19°C

Mar

11.2°C

Air 21°C

Apr

13.2°C

Air 24°C

May

17.1°C

Air 27°C

Jun

21.1°C

Air 30°C

Jul

23.5°C

Air 32°C

Peak

Aug

23.8°C

Air 32°C

Sep

21.4°C

Air 30°C

Oct

19.0°C

Air 27°C

Nov

16.5°C

Air 23°C

Dec

13.9°C

Air 20°C

Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology

Swimmable 14 Jun – 20 Sep (>21°C) · 98 days

30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Croatia Sea Temperatures

Score Breakdown

Scenery & Setting4.2 / 5

Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.8 / 5

Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5

Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5

Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5

Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5

About Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža)

Real sand in a pebble-and-rock sea: Rab's Paradise Beach stays knee-deep halfway across the bay.

Key Beach Facts

Official Records

•Access: Located in Lopar on Rab Island, easily accessible with expansive parking, promenades, and disabled entry access.

•Protected Status / Environment: Awarded the international Blue Flag environmental standard continuously since 2003.

•Notable Feature: 1.5 km expanse of shallow, warm golden sand ideal for non-swimmers and families.

Official Tourism Authorities:croatia.hr lopar.com

Amenities & Facilities

Bathrooms

Yes

Showers

Yes

Free Parking

Yes

Food / Tavernas

Yes

Good for Kids

Yes

Dog Friendly

Lifeguard on Duty

Yes

Sunbed & Umbrella Rentals

Yes

Natural Cliff/Pine Shade

Yes

Wheelchair Accessible

Yes

Snorkeling & Watersports

Yes

Nudist / FKK Friendly

Getting There & Local Notes

Getting there:

Located near Lopar, Rab. Accessible via regional coastal roads (44.826°N, 14.737°E).

•Knee-deep for hundreds of metres; perfect for small children.

•Rab island's famous sandy bay ringed by low pine headlands.

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

INTL · 40m drive

Convenient highway or local transit access across Lopar, Rab, Croatia.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža)

What is the water temperature at Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža)?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža) averages 23.8°C (75°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža)?

Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža) is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Lopar, Rab, Croatia.

Is Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža) good for families with kids?

Yes, Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža) is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at Paradise Beach (Rajska Plaža)?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

Getting Around & Activities

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