#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
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.56/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.4°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€38/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Shallow & Gentle
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Wind-Exposed
Gentle Wave Action
Exposed to Onshore Surf & ChopCove aspect: Faces SW (220°) · Wind: W (270°)
Onshore wind (12 km/h) is pushing open-sea swell directly into the bay, creating active breaking waves and reduced visibility.
Significant Wave Height
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Good Swimming
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · ONSHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces SW (220°)
Onshore Wind • Waves and surface chop pushed into the beach
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
SW (220°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 50°
Spatial Geometry: Wind from W pushes unobstructed over the open sea directly onto the SW-facing coast, generating breaking chop.
Morning Coastal Brief for Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv): Light coastal break; family friendly with standard water awareness. Onshore wind (12 km/h) is pushing open-sea swell directly into the bay, creating active breaking waves and reduced visibility. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.
Interactive Oceanographic Climatology
Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology
30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · Strunjan, Slovenian Riviera, Slovenia
Ideal Swimming
Early August
25.4°C
Air ~33°C
Comfortable, prolonged bathing for all ages
Water temperature is well above the 20.0°C bathing threshold. Prolonged leisure swimming, snorkeling, and family wading are comfortable with zero thermal shock.
Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 25.4°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10.8°C | 19°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 9.6°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 10.1°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 13.1°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 17.9°C | 28°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 22.5°C | 31°C | Ideal Swimming |
| July | 25.0°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 25.4°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| September | 22.6°C | 31°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 19.3°C | 28°C | Refreshing |
| November | 16.2°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| December | 13.2°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Slovenia Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 5 Jun – 30 Sep (>21°C) · 117 days
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🏖️ Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv) (Strunjan, Slovenian Riviera, Slovenia)
🌊 Water temperature: 25.4°C
⛱️ Beach access: 100% free public sand • Sunbeds: €0–€0
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces SW (sheltered from NE winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/moon-bay-strunjan-si/Tip: Add this beach to your home screen to quickly check morning wind and water conditions before heading out.
EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC
Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards
Status: Excellent
Microbial Water Purity
95th-Percentile Compliant
Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.
Bathing Directive Tier
Tier 1: Sufficient & Safe
Monitored across the official European bathing season.
Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.
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)
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Wide Open Public Sand
Free Public Sand (100%)Private Concessions (0%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
Free (100% Public)
No commercial loungers; bring your own parasol and beach mat.
Towel Bather Guidance
Abundant unencumbered shoreline. Free towel placement everywhere with minimal commercial footprint.
Legal Shoreline Rights: 100% open public coastline. No commercial sunbed concessions or umbrella installations permitted.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Free Parking
Free Verge / Unpaved Roadside
Follow local municipal parking signage to avoid fines during summer peak hours.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Full-Day Unobstructed Sunlight
Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Recommended for Shingle / Pebbles
Pebbles and dark sand become scorching hot by midday and challenging under barefoot tread.
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).
Discreet Utility: Rough Road & Trail Access
Reaching Moon Bay (Mesecev Zaliv) involves dirt tracks or steep trails. Booking a rental SUV or 4x4 provides higher clearance for unpaved coastal roads.
•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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