#452 European Rank
Sveti Stefan Beach
Budva Riviera, Montenegro•Adriatic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Liilia Moroz (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
Day-of-Visit Snapshot
3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.45/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.5°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€53/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Wind-Exposed
Calm & Glassy
Exposed to Onshore Surf & ChopCove aspect: Faces SW (225°) · 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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Optimal 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 (225°)
Onshore Wind • Waves and surface chop pushed into the beach
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
SW (225°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 45°
Spatial Geometry: Wind from W pushes unobstructed over the open sea directly onto the SW-facing coast, generating breaking chop.
Morning Coastal Brief for Sveti Stefan Beach: Minimal chop, safe for wading, snorkeling and paddleboarding. 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) · Budva Riviera, Montenegro
Ideal Swimming
Early August
25.5°C
Air ~34°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 · 25.5°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.3°C | 20°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 13.8°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 14.0°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 15.4°C | 26°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 18.9°C | 29°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 22.8°C | 32°C | Ideal Swimming |
| July | 25.0°C | 34°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 25.5°C | 34°C | Warm Bathwater |
| September | 23.5°C | 32°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 21.1°C | 29°C | Refreshing |
| November | 18.7°C | 25°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| December | 16.1°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Montenegro Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 1 Jun – 16 Oct (>21°C) · 138 days
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🏖️ Sveti Stefan Beach (Budva Riviera, Montenegro)
🌊 Water temperature: 25.5°C
⛱️ Beach access: 50% free public sand • Sunbeds: €15–€35
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces SW (sheltered from NE winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/sveti-stefan-me/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 & Setting4.1 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.5 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.8 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Sveti Stefan Beach
Rose-pink pebbles form the causeway to Montenegro's storybook fortified islet resort.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Reachable via the Adriatic Highway (Jadranski put / E65/E80) south of Budva (~6 km); public parking and stone stairs lead down to the beach and isthmus tombolo.
•Protected Status / Environment: Cultural and natural heritage landmark; the fortified 15th-century island village is connected to the mainland by a natural sandy tombolo/isthmus.
•Notable Feature: Dual crescent bays composed of distinctive pink and reddish pebbles framing the picturesque fortified island village of Sveti Stefan, surrounded by olive groves and pine trees.
Official Tourism Authorities:montenegro.travel
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
High Lido & Umbrella Density
Free Public Sand (50%)Private Concessions (50%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€15low season→€35August peak
Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.
Towel Bather Guidance
Private beach clubs occupy significant prime sand. Free public sectors exist but fill quickly in peak morning hours.
Legal Shoreline Rights: Morsko Dobro regulations require at least 50% of the beach surface to remain free of rental loungers for public towel placement.
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
YesShowers
YesFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
YesSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
YesSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Budva Riviera. Accessible via regional coastal roads (42.255°N, 18.890°E).
•Clean and deepening.
•A pink pebble isthmus tethering a fortified islet-hotel village.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
TIV · 25m drive25-min transfer from Tivat Airport (TIV) or 50 min from Podgorica (TGD) / Dubrovnik (DBV).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sveti Stefan Beach
What is the water temperature at Sveti Stefan Beach?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Sveti Stefan Beach averages 25.5°C (78°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Sveti Stefan Beach?
Sveti Stefan Beach is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Budva Riviera, Montenegro.
Is Sveti Stefan Beach good for families with kids?
Yes, Sveti Stefan Beach is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Sveti Stefan Beach?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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