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Preko, Croatia
Zadar · Croatia
Preko is a small town in Zadar, Croatia with a population of 1,250. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Preko
Preko is a village and a municipality in Zadar County, Croatia. It is situated, as the name suggests, opposite of Zadar, on the island of Ugljan, in northern Dalmatia. Its old centre consists of typical Dalmatian architecture with numerous patrician family summer houses. According to the 2011 census, there are 3,805 inhabitants, 88% which are Croats.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,250 |
| Population Density | 59 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 44.0811°, 15.1875° |
| Timezone | Europe/Zagreb |
| Country | 🇭🇷 Croatia |
| State / Province | Zadar |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.0 inches (864 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Preko
Preko is a small town in Croatia (Zadar) with a population of 1,250. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Zagreb.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.5°F |
| 6% above Croatia avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 21.1 sq mi (54.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 59/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.0811°N, 15.1875°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 | 138 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 48°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 69°F (21°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 1.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 74°F (23°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 60°F (15°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 50°F (10°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in |
Preko has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 43°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (1.2").
Schools in Preko
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Područna škola Lukoran | - | - | - | - |
| Područna škola Sutomišćica | - | - | - | - |
| Područna škola Poljana | - | - | - | - |
| Osnovna škola Valentin Klarin | - | - | - | - |
| Područna škola Veli Iž | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Preko
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novi radio Zadar | various music | 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 Preko
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeological Museum Zadar | ||||
| City museum | ||||
| Galerija keramike | ||||
| Museum of Ancient Glass | ||||
| Museum of Illusions | ||||
| Narodni muzej - Prirodoslovni odsjek | ||||
| Riznica samostana | ||||
| Salt museum | ||||
| The Museum of Nin Antiquities | ||||
| Zadar National Museum, Regional Cultural and Historical Collection Mali Iž | ||||
| Zlato i srebro Zadra |
Libraries in Preko
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gradska knjižnica - Arbanasi | 0.0 | |||||
| Gradska knjižnica Zadar | 0.0 | |||||
| Narodna knjižnica Kali | 0.0 | |||||
| Područna knjižnica Ploča | 0.0 | |||||
| Znanstvena knjižnica | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Preko
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fruit-Market-Boat | |||||
| Ribarnica | |||||
| Tommy | |||||
| Tržnica City Galleria | |||||
| Tržnica Poluotok | |||||
| Tržnica Put Petrića | |||||
| Tržnica Sv. Filip i Jakov | |||||
| Tržnica Zadar |
Hotels in Preko
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Preko
17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Preko
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Preko
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Preko
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Preko
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Preko
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Preko
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brlog Zadružna Pivovara |
Stadiums & Teams in Preko
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Preko
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Zadar Airport | ZAD | Large Airport |
| Udbina Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Bihać Golubić Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Zvonimir Rain Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Preko
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| 23273 Preko | |
| 23274 Lukoran | |
| 23283 Rava | |
| 23284 Veli Iž |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Preko
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| crkva Gospe od Ružarija | |
| crkva Presvetog Trojstva | |
| Crkva Sv. Lovre | |
| crkva svete Eufemije | |
| crkva svetih Petra i Pavla | |
| crkva svetog Lovre | |
| Sv. Ivana | |
| Sv. Petar | |
| Sveti Ante | |
| Svetog Roka |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Croatia
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Preko
What is the population of Preko?
Preko has a population of 1,250 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 21.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Preko?
Preko enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches.