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Novalja, Croatia
Lika-Senj · Croatia
Novalja is a small town in Lika-Senj, Croatia with a population of 2,415. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Novalja
Novalja is a town on the north of the island of Pag in the Croatian part of the Adriatic Sea. In recent times, Novalja has become famous because of the Zrće Beach.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,415 |
| Population Density | 147 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.5578°, 14.8867° |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
| Country | 🇭🇷 Croatia |
| State / Province | Lika-Senj |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.7 inches (1,059 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Novalja
Novalja is a small town in Croatia (Lika-Senj) with a population of 2,415. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Zagreb.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.9°F |
| 4% above Croatia avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 56 ft (17 m) |
| Area | 16.4 sq mi (42.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 147/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.5578°N, 14.8867°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 | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| March | 47°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 53°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 62°F (17°C) | 3.0 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 72°F (22°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 65°F (18°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.3 in |
Novalja has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 41°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (1.7").
Schools in Novalja
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Osnovna škola A. G. Matoša | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Novalja
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novi radio Zadar | various music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Otok Krk | easy listening, local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HRT Radio Zadar | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Radio Labin | - | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Novalja
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gradski lapidarij | ||||
| Gradski muzej Novalja | ||||
| Permanent exhibition of Salt | ||||
| Rab concentration camp |
Libraries in Novalja
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gradska knjižnica Pag | 0.0 | |||||
| Gradska knjižnica Rab | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Novalja
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tržnica |
Hotels in Novalja
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Novalja
33 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Novalja
13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Novalja
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Novalja
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Novalja
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Novalja
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Novalja
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Novalja
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Novalja
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Novalja
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Novalja
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| skijalište Vučići | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Novalja
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rijeka Airport | RJK | Large Airport |
| Zadar Airport | ZAD | Large Airport |
| Lošinj Airport | LSZ | Small Airport |
| Otočac Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Unije Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Novalja
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 53291 Novalja |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Novalja
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Crkva Majke Božje od Ruzarija | |
| Crkva sv. Antun | |
| Crkva Sv. Ivana i Pavla | |
| Crkva sv. Petar i Pavle | |
| Crkva Sveta Marija | |
| crkva svete Katarine | |
| crkva svetog Ivana Krstitelja | |
| sv. Križ | |
| sv. Marija |
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Novalja
What is the population of Novalja?
Novalja has a population of 2,415 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 147 people per square mile, spread across 16.4 square miles.
What is the weather like in Novalja?
Novalja enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.7 inches.