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Cres, Croatia
Primorje-Gorski Kotar · Croatia
Cres is a small town in Primorje-Gorski Kotar, Croatia with a population of 2,185. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Cres
Cres is an Adriatic island in west Croatia. It is one of the northern islands in the Kvarner Gulf and can be reached via ferry from Rijeka, Krk island or from the Istrian peninsula.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,185 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.9609°, 14.4125° |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
| Country | 🇭🇷 Croatia |
| State / Province | Primorje-Gorski Kotar |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.1 inches (1,094 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Cres
Cres is a small town in Croatia (Primorje-Gorski Kotar) with a population of 2,185. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/Zagreb.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above Croatia avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 156.7 sq mi (405.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9609°N, 14.4125°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1930 | CENTRAL ADRIATIC | Earthquake | - | 18 | 140 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.0 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 74°F (23°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 66°F (19°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 58°F (15°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.4 in |
Cres has a seasonal temperature swing of 32°F / from 42°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (1.8").
Schools in Cres
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osnovna škola Frane Petrića | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cres
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otvoreni radio - Uživo | pop | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Otvoreni Radio | croatian, easy listening | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Laganini FM Rijeka | laganini, lounge | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Sova | hits, news | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Otok Krk | easy listening, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Laganini Rijeka | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Otvoreni Radio - Fitness | fitness | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio Labin | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Rojc | community radio, cultural | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Pomorski Radio Bakar | mix | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Korzo | local music, pop | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Otvoreni Radio - Hot | hits, hot hits | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Otvoreni Radio - Love | love songs | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Otvoreni Radio - Chill | chill, chillout | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Cres
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeology Collection and History Museum and Monastery | ||||
| Etno Kuća Kornić | ||||
| Muzej "Arsan" | ||||
| Muzej Andrije Linardića | ||||
| sheep Breeding Museum | ||||
| The Ethnographic and natural history collection | ||||
| The Museum of Church Art |
Hotels in Cres
10 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Cres
30 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cres
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Cres
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Cres
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cres
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Cres
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Cres
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Cres
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rudnik Tršće | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Cres
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Pula Airport | PUY | Large Airport |
| Rijeka Airport | RJK | Large Airport |
| Črnotiče Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Divača Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Grobničko Polje Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lošinj Airport | LSZ | Small Airport |
| Medulin Campanoz Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Novi Lazi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Prosecco Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Unije Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cres
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 51557 Cres |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cres
33 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| crkva Blažene Djevice Marije od Svete Krunice | |
| Crkva Duha Svetoga | |
| Crkva Gospa Lurdska | |
| Crkva Majka Božja od Zdravlja | |
| crkva Majke Božje od Prapota | |
| Crkva Materinstvo Majke Božje | |
| Crkva Rođenje Blažene Djevice Marije | |
| Crkva sv. Juraj | |
| Crkva sv. Kajetan | |
| Crkva Sv. Kuzma i Damjan | |
| Crkva sv. Marija Magdalena | |
| Crkva Sv. Marko | |
| Crkva sv. Mihovila | |
| crkva svete Marije Velike | |
| crkva svetog Antuna opata | |
| crkva svetog Blaža | |
| crkva svetog Ivana Krstitelja | |
| Crkva Svetoga Križa | |
| Grabrovica, Sv. Marija | |
| Kapela |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Croatia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Cres
What is the population of Cres?
Cres has a population of 2,185 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 156.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cres?
Cres enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.1 inches.