Hvar Island, Croatia • Adriatic Sea

Lučišća Beach

A wild pebble cove carved beneath towering red cliffs and steep Plavac Mali vineyards on Hvar's untamed south coast.

Lučišća Beach in Hvar Island, Croatia

Photo: Falk2 (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • Local legend claims the cove holds healing powers for wellbeing
  • Pack all supplies including water; there are no facilities
  • The steep drop-off provides extraordinary deep-water snorkeling visibility

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 25.8°C (Peak Air: 29°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 18.9°C · Jun: 23.2°C · Jul: 25.4°C · Aug: 25.8°C · Sep: 23.8°C · Oct: 20.8°C
Best Months June, July, August, September
Sand & Shoreline Pebbles / Shingle • Deep Water
Water Clarity Crystal Clear (Clarity: 4.95/5 • Scenery: 4.8/5)
Daily Cost Guide €25/day (Sunbeds: €0)
Coordinates 43.1367°N, 16.5819°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Croatia Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Swimming Only
Naturist: Designated / Tolerated
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: None
Showers: None
Food / Tavernas: None
Good for Kids: Steep Entry
Lifeguard: Unsupervised
Sunbed Rentals: None
Natural Shade: Exposed
Wheelchair Accessible: Inaccessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

SPU · 35m drive

Fly to Split Airport (SPU), transfer to Split port for express island catamarans or coastal highway.

Ferry Connection: Split Harbour (Jadrolinija Catamaran)

Frequently Asked Questions about Lučišća Beach

What is the water temperature at Lučišća Beach?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at Lučišća Beach averages 25.8°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is Lučišća Beach?

Lučišća Beach is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Hvar Island, Croatia.

Is Lučišća Beach good for families with kids?

Lučišća Beach has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.

Are there parking and facilities at Lučišća Beach?

Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.

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