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Vrboska, Croatia

Split-Dalmatia · Croatia

Vrboska is a small town in Split-Dalmatia, Croatia with a population of 542. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

542 Population 187/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
31.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / Zagreb Timezone

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About Vrboska

Vrboska

Vrboska is a settlement on the north coast of the island of Hvar in Dalmatia, Croatia, in the Municipality of Jelsa. Founded in the 15th century as a fishing harbour, the town's fortress Church of Sv. Marija was built as a refuge for its inhabitants during the 16th century. Vrboska has a population of 548 at the 2011 census.

People

Population542
Density187/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain31.8 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population542
Population Density187 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates43.1822°, 16.6708°
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb
Country🇭🇷 Croatia
State / ProvinceSplit-Dalmatia
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation31.8 inches (808 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Vrboska

Vrboska is a small town in Croatia (Split-Dalmatia) with a population of 542. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 75°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/Zagreb.

Vrboska enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above Croatia avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates43.1822°N, 16.6708°W
TimezoneEurope/Zagreb

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.8"
16% below Croatia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.13"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,261 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.0. Most recent: M3.7 on Jun 1, 2025.

Sep 5, 1996 9 km ESE of Podgora, Croatia M6.0 111 km
Apr 22, 2022 15 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.7 123 km
Nov 27, 1990 10 km N of Hrvace, Croatia M5.6 75 km
Mar 27, 2021 55 km N of Peschici, Italy M5.5 96 km
Mar 29, 2003 51 km W of Komiža, Croatia M5.5 98 km
Sep 17, 1996 2 km NW of Podgora, Croatia M5.5 100 km
Sep 9, 1996 8 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia M5.3 108 km
Sep 28, 1995 0 km WSW of ?iba?a, Croatia M5.2 136 km
Nov 27, 1990 14 km N of Hrvace, Croatia M5.1 79 km
Apr 3, 1990 5 km NNW of Grude, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.1 64 km
Mar 27, 2003 62 km W of Komiža, Croatia M5.0 108 km
May 23, 2004 3 km WNW of Ko?erin, Bosnia and Herzegovina M5.0 68 km
Nov 18, 2013 10 km ESE of Otok, Croatia M4.9 56 km
Jul 31, 1990 12 km SE of Tasov?i?i, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.9 94 km
Sep 5, 1996 2 km SSE of Podgora, Croatia M4.9 103 km
Apr 1, 2003 70 km W of Komiža, Croatia M4.8 117 km
Apr 24, 2022 12 km NNE of Ljubinje, Bosnia and Herzegovina M4.8 120 km
Jul 18, 2007 22 km S of Sali, Croatia M4.7 136 km
Feb 1, 1990 10 km NNE of Isole Tremiti, Italy M4.7 141 km
Jul 15, 1995 25 km WSW of Ston, Croatia M4.7 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 37 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (6°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
March 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
April 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
May 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in
June 70°F (21°C) 1.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 1.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 75°F (24°C) 1.9 in
September 67°F (20°C) 2.7 in
October 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
November 52°F (11°C) 4.1 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in

Vrboska has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 44°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (1.2").

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Schools in Vrboska

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Područna škola Vrboska
Područna škola Vrbanj
Područna škola Svirče
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Radio Stations near Vrboska

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Sunce helth, world music AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Korčula 107,5FM various MP3 128 kbps
Radio Šibenik MP3 128 kbps
Radio Kampus MP3 128 kbps
Radio Kampus MP3 192 kbps
Radio Drniš 89,0 MHz various MP3 256 kbps
Gradski Radio Trogir AAC+ 64 kbps
HIT RADIO various MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Vrboska

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arheološki muzej
Etno zbirka Barilo
Fishman museum
Muzej Dominikanskog Samostana
Muzej Hanibal Lucić
Muzej Hvarske baštine
Muzej općine Jelsa
Muzej Otoka Brača
Muzej Ulja
Muzej uljarstva
Stari Grad Museum

Libraries in Vrboska

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gradska knjižnica i čitaonica0.0
Hrvatska čitaonica0.0
Općinska knjižnica i čitaonica Jelsa0.0

Farmers Markets in Vrboska

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Food Market
Pazar

Hotels in Vrboska

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aminess Senses Resort
Apartments Habek

Restaurants in Vrboska

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bistro Soline
Dionis Restaurant
Konoba Bogo
Konoba Bonaca
Lem
Luka
Mediteran
Pinjata
Restoran Ružmarin
Škojić
Škojić
Trica Gardelin

Cafes in Vrboska

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Konoba Lavcevic

Gas Stations in Vrboska

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

INA Vrboska-marina

Breweries in Vrboska

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Vunetovo

Stadiums & Teams in Vrboska

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Vrboska

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Split Saint Jerome AirportSPULarge Airport
Brač AirportBWKMedium Airport
Hvar AirfieldSmall Airport
Livno Brda Bosni AirfieldSmall Airport
Sinj Piket AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Vrboska

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
21462 Vrbanj
21463 Vrboska

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Vrboska

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Stari Grad PlainCultural2008

Churches & Religious Organizations in Vrboska

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St. Lovrinac
Crkva Bezgriješnog začeća Blažene Djevice Marije
Crkva Sv Josipa
Crkva Sv Juraj
Crkva Sv. Petra
crkva Svetog Roka
Crkvica Srca Isusova
Crkvica Sv. Antonija
Kapela sv. Kuzme i Damjana
Kapela sv. Mihovila
Parish Church of Holy Spirit
Parish Church of St. Mary Magdalene
St Mary Church Fortress
sv. Vida

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Zagreb
Area
8.9 km² (3.4 mi²)
Postal Code
21462

🇭🇷 About Croatia

Capital Zagreb
Population 3,871,833
Area 56,542 km²
GDP (USD) $85,624,153,964
GDP per capita $22,184
HDI 0.878
Life expectancy 78.5 years
Internet users 83.2%
Urban population 57.2%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Croatian
Calling code +385
TLD .hr
Driving side right

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Vrboska

Stari Grad Plain
Cultural · inscribed 2008
Stari Grad Plain on the Adriatic island of Hvar is a cultural landscape that has remained practically intact since it was first colonized by Ionian Greeks from Paros in the 4th century BC. The original agricultural activity of this fertile plain, mainly centri...

Public Holidays in Croatia

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Nova Godina
Jan 6 Epiphany Bogojavljenje, Sveta tri kralja
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Uskrs i uskrsni ponedjeljak
Apr 6 Easter Monday Uskrs i uskrsni ponedjeljak
May 1 International Workers' Day Međunarodni praznik rada
May 30 National Day Dan državnosti
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Tijelovo
Jun 22 Anti-Fascist Struggle Day Dan antifašističke borbe
Aug 5 Victory and Homeland Thanksgiving Day and the Day of Croatian defenders Dan pobjede i domovinske zahvalnosti i Dan hrvatskih branitelja
Aug 15 Assumption Day Velika Gospa
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Dan svih svetih
Nov 18 Remembrance Day Dan sjećanja na žrtve Domovinskog rata
Dec 25 Christmas Day Božić
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Prvi dan po Božiću, Sveti Stjepan, Štefanje, Stipanje

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Frequently Asked Questions About Vrboska

What is the population of Vrboska?

Vrboska has a population of 542 residents and is located in Croatia. The population density is 187 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles.

What is the weather like in Vrboska?

Vrboska enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.8 inches.

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