Maslin Beach
Nude beach in South Australia, Australia
Maslin Beach is a clothing-optional beach in South Australia, Australia. The sea is warmest in February at about 21°C (70°F) and coolest in August (13°C (56°F)). Average air temperatures peak in January at 23°C (73°F), and the best time to visit is January to March.
Weather and water temperature at Maslin Beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January (best) | 23°C | 21°C | 15 mm |
| February (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 17 mm |
| March (best) | 20°C | 21°C | 25 mm |
| April | 17°C | 19°C | 34 mm |
| May | 13°C | 17°C | 53 mm |
| June | 11°C | 15°C | 60 mm |
| July | 10°C | 14°C | 60 mm |
| August | 10°C | 13°C | 51 mm |
| September | 13°C | 14°C | 47 mm |
| October | 15°C | 15°C | 24 mm |
| November | 18°C | 17°C | 22 mm |
| December | 20°C | 19°C | 23 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: -35.21322, 138.46838 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Australia?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Frequently asked questions
Is Maslin Beach clothing optional?
Maslin Beach is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. NudistMap has not yet verified this status in person. You can check what applies in Australia before you go.
When is the best time to visit Maslin Beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are January to March. July averages 10°C (50°F) and January 23°C (73°F).
How warm is the water at Maslin Beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (56°F) to 21°C (70°F) in February. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.