Rijeka, Primorje-Gorski Kotar County, Croatia

Balavica

Beach Balavica is located in Rijeka, Croatia. It is a sand, concrete, and gravel beach that offers natural shade.

Discover ideal places to stay near Beach Balavica and enjoy the natural shade and family-friendly atmosphere.

The beach is suitable for families with kids and provides amenities such as toilets and showers. Additionally, there is a parking area available near the beach, making it easily accessible.

What to do at Balavica?

Amenities

Balavica amenities include parking, toilet and shower.

Bars

Best bars near Balavica include Pajol bar Pecine, Caffe bar "Yankee's", Caffe Bar CACAO and Caffe bar Kapo.

Restaurants

Best restaurants near Balavica include Borik Tavern, Croazia, Kooglana Food&Bar Rijeka, Food City, McDonald’s Tower Center Rijeka, Bistro Paris (Kalorija) and Na Sušaku.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight that visitors enjoy the easy access to the beach and the free shower and changing room facilities. However, some visitors complain about the lack of sand or pebble beach, with only platforms available for swimming.

Where to Stay near Balavica?

Visitors to Balavica Beach often stay in Rijeka, which offers a variety of accommodations close to the city's attractions. Many also choose to stay in the nearby coastal towns of Opatija and Crikvenica, known for their beautiful beaches and resort facilities.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is Balavica?

Latitude: 45.3161 / Longitude: 14.4671

Balavica is located in Rijeka. The following map of Balavica shows the exact location.


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Balavica: Weather Today

📅 Friday, April 24, 2026
Today is a beautiful, bright day at Balavica, making it an excellent choice for relaxing by the water and soaking up the sun. The sky will remain clear throughout the day, providing plenty of sunshine for those looking to lounge on the shore. With a maximum air temperature of 21.7 °C, the weather is pleasantly warm, though the sea temperature remains quite cold at 15.3 °C, so it is not suitable for swimming. A light breeze will keep things comfortable, and the water will be calm and still. Because the UV Index is 6.35, please remember to wear sunscreen and protect your skin while enjoying the outdoors. It is a fantastic afternoon for a peaceful walk or a picnic by the coast.
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Air

Low / High8.3°C/21.7°C
Feels Like (High)21.4°C
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Sea

Sea Temperature15.3 °C
Wave Height0.1 m
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Rain

Rain Chance0%
Rainfall0 mm
Rain Duration0 h
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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset06:01/19:59
Sunshine Hours13.6 hrs
UV Index6.35
Cloud Cover0%
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Wind

Speed10.7 km/h
Gusts21.6 km/h
DirectionE

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