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Makarska, Croatia
Split-Dalmatia · Croatia
Makarska is a small city in Split-Dalmatia, Croatia with a population of 12,809. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Makarska
Makarska is a town on the Adriatic coastline of Croatia, about 60 km (37 mi) southeast of Split and 140 km (87 mi) northwest of Dubrovnik, in the Split-Dalmatia County.
People
Climate
| Population | 12,809 |
| Population Density | 848 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 43.2969°, 17.0178° |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
| Country | 🇭🇷 Croatia |
| State / Province | Split-Dalmatia |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.8 inches (910 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Makarska
Makarska is a small city in Croatia (Split-Dalmatia) with a population of 12,809. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 68°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Zagreb.
Climate in Makarska
Makarska has an average annual temperature of 13.6°C (56°F). The hottest month is Jul (25.1°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 916 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Croatia avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 15.1 sq mi (39.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 848/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 43.2969°N, 17.0178°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 | 7 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| April | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 68°F (20°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 4.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in |
Makarska has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 38°F in February to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (1.5").
Schools in Makarska
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Srednja škola fra Andrije Kačića Miošića | — | — | — | — |
| Srednja strukovna škola | — | — | — | — |
| Osnovna škola Stjepana Ivičevića | — | — | — | — |
| Osnovna škola Petra Perice | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Makarska
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thompson 24/7 - Radio NU | hard rock, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Korčula 107,5FM | various | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Grude (BA) | misc | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Ljubuški (BA) | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Mango (BA) | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Makarska
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malakološki muzej | ||||
| Municipal Museum | ||||
| Zavičajni muzej Imotski |
Farmers Markets in Makarska
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centar Peškera | |||||
| Makarska pijaca | |||||
| Markey Iris | |||||
| Ultra Ribola |
Hotels in Makarska
21 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Makarska
64 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Makarska
25 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Makarska
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Makarska
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Makarska
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Makarska
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Makarska
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Makarska
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Makarska
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Makarska
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Makarska
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Makarska
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Makarska
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Makarska
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Split Saint Jerome Airport | SPU | Large Airport |
| Brač Airport | BWK | Medium Airport |
| Hvar Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Livno Brda Bosni Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Sinj Piket Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Makarska
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 21300 Makarska |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Makarska
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Saint John the Baptist | |
| Crkva Blažene Djevice Marije na nebo uznesene | |
| crkva Kraljice Mira | |
| Crkva sv. Martina | |
| crkva svetog Filipa | |
| crkva svetog Jeronima | |
| crkva svetog Marka | |
| Crkva svetog Petra | |
| Sv. Mihovil | |
| Svetište Majke Božje Lurdske |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Croatia
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Makarska?
Makarska has a population of 12,809 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 848 people per square mile, spread across 15.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Makarska?
Makarska has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.8 inches.