#170 European Rank
Sakarun
Dugi Otok, Zadar, Croatia•Adriatic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Laurent de Walick from The Hague, The Netherlands (CC BY 2.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.64/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€42/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Dugi Otok, Zadar · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
13.6°C
Air 19°C
Feb
12.5°C
Air 20°C
Mar
12.6°C
Air 22°C
Apr
14.2°C
Air 25°C
May
17.7°C
Air 28°C
Jun
21.7°C
Air 31°C
Jul
24.3°C
Air 33°C
Peak
Aug
25.0°C
Air 33°C
Sep
22.8°C
Air 31°C
Oct
20.2°C
Air 28°C
Nov
17.7°C
Air 24°C
Dec
15.4°C
Air 21°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 10 Jun – 6 Oct (>21°C) · 118 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Croatia Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.7 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About Sakarun
A rare sandy Adriatic lagoon whose shallow turquoise water draws comparisons to the Caribbean.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Reached by ferry/catamaran from Zadar to Dugi Otok, then local road or tourist train/bus from Božava; boat excursion moorings available.
•Protected Status / Environment: Protected landscape area in Zadar archipelago known for pristine pine forest backdrop and Posidonia oceanica beds.
•Notable Feature: 800-meter-wide cove with fine white sand and extraordinarily shallow turquoise waters extending hundreds of meters out.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Dugi Otok, Zadar. Accessible via regional coastal roads (44.093°N, 14.866°E).
•Shallow, warm, family-friendly.
•Pine-backed bay on a remote island.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
ZAD · 45m driveFast 45-min highway drive from Zadar Airport (ZAD) or 60 min from Split Airport (SPU).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sakarun
What is the water temperature at Sakarun?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Sakarun averages 25°C (77°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Sakarun?
Sakarun is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Dugi Otok, Zadar, Croatia.
Is Sakarun good for families with kids?
Yes, Sakarun is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Sakarun?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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