Croatia · Split-Dalmatia
Viskovića vala
Podaca — Split-Dalmatia, Croatia
On the beach
Right now
Live conditions from Open-Meteo, refreshed hourly.
7-day outlook
7-day marine forecast from Open-Meteo.
Sea temperature
Next 7 days, °C
Wave height
Next 7 days, metres
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| Day | Sea temp (°C) | Wave height (m) |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 2 | 29.1 | 0.1 |
| Thu 3 | 29.2 | 0.1 |
| Fri 4 | 28.8 | 0.1 |
| Sat 5 | 28.9 | 0.1 |
| Sun 6 | 29.0 | 0.0 |
| Mon 7 | 29.1 | 0.0 |
| Tue 8 | 29.3 | 0.1 |
Water quality history
Official EEA classification, one rating per bathing season, 2015–2025 — real data reported by national authorities.
- 2015: Not classified2015
- 2016: Not classified2016
- 2017: Not classified2017
- 2018: Not classified2018
- 2019: Not classified2019
- 2020: Not classified2020
- 2021: Not classified2021
- 2022: Not classified2022
- 2023: Not classified2023
- 2024: Not classified2024
- 2025: Not classified2025
Not classified in the most recent season, and 0 of 0 classified years rated Excellent or Good.
- Excellent
- Good
- Sufficient
- Poor
- Not classified
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| Year | Classification |
|---|---|
| 2015 | Not classified |
| 2016 | Not classified |
| 2017 | Not classified |
| 2018 | Not classified |
| 2019 | Not classified |
| 2020 | Not classified |
| 2021 | Not classified |
| 2022 | Not classified |
| 2023 | Not classified |
| 2024 | Not classified |
| 2025 | Not classified |
Typical sea temperature by month
Modeled estimatePlausible seasonal climatology derived from latitude, for illustration — not a measured average.
Monthly sea temperature
Typical range across the year, °C
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| Month | Typical sea temp (°C) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 15 |
| Feb | 14 |
| Mar | 15 |
| Apr | 17 |
| May | 20 |
| Jun | 23 |
| Jul | 25 |
| Aug | 26 |
| Sep | 25 |
| Oct | 23 |
| Nov | 20 |
| Dec | 17 |
Location & nearby beaches
Nearby beaches
- Zaostrog - Plaža1.9 kmZaostrog, Split-Dalmatia
- Brist - plaža2.0 kmBrist, Split-Dalmatia
- Gradac - Plaža3.8 kmGradac, Split-Dalmatia
- Gornja Vala4.3 kmDrvenik, Split-Dalmatia
Distances calculated as straight-line (haversine) from official coordinates.
Getting there & around
- No parking is mapped within 1.5 km of the beach — expect a walk, or arrive early once the season gets busy.
- Nearest bus stop is about ~460 m away.
Food, stays & town
- Nearest village: Podaca, about ~600 m away.
- 3 places to eat within 1 km Closest is Pizzeria Skalinada, about ~90 m away.
- 1 place to stay mapped nearby Closest is Camp Podaca, about ~710 m away.
- 2 shops nearby, the closest about ~460 m away
What kind of beach is this?
This beach belongs to a small coastal village. It's usually calmer than a resort or town beach, though a popular village spot can still fill up on the best summer days.
Estimated from OpenStreetMap surroundings data (ODbL).
- Water sports
Is the water clean at Viskovića vala?
Viskovića vala is a coastal bathing site with an official EU Bathing Water rating of Not classified for the 2025 season — not enough samples in this year to assign an official rating. That annual classification comes from the EU Bathing Water Directive: national authorities test for two indicator bacteria, intestinal enterococci and E. coli, throughout the bathing season, then report the full-season results to the European Environment Agency (EEA) the following spring — the 2025 season's rating was published in spring 2026, and the 2026 season won't be rated until spring 2027. In addition to that yearly rating, some national authorities — for Croatia, IZOR (Croatia's Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries) — publish individual water sample results during the season itself, ahead of the annual report. On site you'll find Restaurant, Parking, and Sports facilities.
Viskovića vala does not yet have enough classified seasons to describe a long-run trend. The most reliable swimming window here typically runs from July–September, with the sea usually at its warmest around August. Outside that window the water is cooler and often quieter.
That “Not classified” label comes from a full season of official water sampling, not a single test — it's one step on a four-point scale (Excellent, Good, Sufficient, Poor) reassessed once a year. Today's actual conditions can differ from the seasonal average, so for a live snapshot see the “Right now” and 7-day outlook panels above. There are 3 places to eat within a kilometre — Pizzeria Skalinada is the closest, about ~90 m away.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to go in the water at Viskovića vala?
Caution is advised — Viskovića vala's official 2025 rating is Not classified. Check for local advisories and posted flags before going in.
What temperature is the sea at Viskovića vala right now?
Viskovića vala's sea temperature currently sits at around 29°C, based on the latest update — check the “Right now” panel above for the full live picture. That's the reading right off Podaca, Split-Dalmatia. On the modeled climatology here, August usually runs warmest.
When does Viskovića vala have the warmest water?
For the warmest water, aim for July–September — that's when the modeled sea temperature is typically at its best. That applies to the water around Podaca, Split-Dalmatia. Within that window, August is typically the single warmest month.
Who measures the water quality rating, and how?
It's based on official water samples: authorities test for intestinal enterococci and E. coli through the season, then report the full-season results to the European Environment Agency each spring, which assigns one of four grades — Excellent, Good, Sufficient or Poor. A few national authorities, including Croatia's IZOR, also publish individual samples during the season itself, ahead of that annual report — that isn't yet available for Viskovića vala.
What's nearby Viskovića vala — parking, buses, or a ferry?
There's no parking mapped within 1.5 km of Viskovića vala, so plan on a walk, or arrive early once it gets busy. There's a bus stop about ~460 m from the beach. The nearest town is Podaca, about ~600 m away.