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Benkovac, Croatia
Zadar · Croatia
Benkovac is a small town in Zadar, Croatia with a population of 2,484. Elevation: 591 ft (180 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Benkovac
Benkovac is a town and municipality in the Zadar County, Croatia.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,484 |
| Population Density | 1,690 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.0344°, 15.6128° |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
| Country | 🇭🇷 Croatia |
| State / Province | Zadar |
| Average Temperature | 60°F (16°C) |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 54.1 inches (1,374 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 9.8 inches (25 cm) |
About Benkovac
Benkovac is a small town in Croatia (Zadar) with a population of 2,484. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet (180 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 45°F in January to 79°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Zagreb.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above Croatia avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 308 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,690/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0344°N, 15.6128°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.0 m (0 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1962 | DALMATIAN COASTS | Earthquake | 0.0 m | 1 | 145 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 68°F (20°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 79°F (26°C) | 1.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 58°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.6 in |
Benkovac has a seasonal temperature swing of 37°F / from 42°F in February to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.2") and July the driest (1.4").
Schools in Benkovac
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Srednja škola kneza Branimira | - | - | - | - |
| Osnovna škola Benkovac | - | - | - | - |
| Područna škola Buković | - | - | - | - |
| Područna škola Podlug | - | - | - | - |
| Područna škola Perušić Gornji | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Benkovac
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Županijski Radio Šibenik | various | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ultra Split | - | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Novi radio Zadar | various music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ritam Šibenik | dalmatia, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BnM - Biograd na moru - Off Air | various | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BnM - Biograd na moru - ROCK | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BnM - Biograd na moru - POP | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio BnM - Biograd na moru - CHILL | chill | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hrvatski radio Otočac | various | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio BnM - Biograd na moru 94,0; 100,5 MHz | live radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HRT Radio Zadar | - | AAC+ 64 kbps |
Museums in Benkovac
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamenjak | ||||
| Maškovića Han | ||||
| Museum of wooden shipbuilding in Bettina | ||||
| Muzejska arheološka zbirka | ||||
| Zavičajni muzej | ||||
| Zavičajni muzej Benkovac |
Libraries in Benkovac
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gradska knjižnica Benkovac | 0.0 | |||||
| Knjižnica | 0.0 | |||||
| Zemljišno-knižni odjel Tisno | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Benkovac
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benkovački sajam | |||||
| Pijaca | |||||
| Tržnica Biograd na moru | |||||
| Tržnica Murter | |||||
| Tržnica Sv. Filip i Jakov |
Restaurants in Benkovac
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Benkovac
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Benkovac
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Benkovac
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Benkovac
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Benkovac
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Benkovac
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Benkovac
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Benkovac
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Benkovac
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Split Saint Jerome Airport | SPU | Large Airport |
| Zadar Airport | ZAD | Large Airport |
| Udbina Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Medeno Polje Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Zvonimir Rain Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Benkovac
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Benkovac |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Benkovac
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| crkva Male Gospe | |
| crkva svetog Ante | |
| crkva svetog Aranđela | |
| crkva svetog Jurja | |
| crkva Uznesenja Blažene Djevice Marije | |
| crkva Uznesenja Blažene Djevice Marije | |
| Sv. Duha | |
| Sv. Jovana | |
| Sv. Petka |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Croatia
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Benkovac?
Benkovac has a population of 2,484 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 1,690 people per square mile, spread across 1.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Benkovac?
Benkovac enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches, with 9.8 inches of snow.