Plage des Montilles
Plage des Montilles is a clothing-optional beach in Aude, France. The sea is warmest in August at about 22°C (71°F) and coolest in February (12°C (53°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 24°C (75°F), and the best time to visit is June to August. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Le Clapotis (4.7 km (2.9 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Plage des Montilles
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 13°C | 51 mm |
| February | 8°C | 12°C | 39 mm |
| March | 11°C | 12°C | 51 mm |
| April | 13°C | 14°C | 61 mm |
| May | 17°C | 16°C | 49 mm |
| June (best) | 21°C | 19°C | 27 mm |
| July (best) | 24°C | 21°C | 21 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 22°C | 25 mm |
| September | 20°C | 20°C | 43 mm |
| October | 17°C | 18°C | 72 mm |
| November | 12°C | 16°C | 59 mm |
| December | 9°C | 14°C | 42 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAGE DES MONTILLES
- Coordinates: 42.99324, 3.05415 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in France?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Naturist places near Plage des Montilles
- 1Le Clapotis nude beach · Aude · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 2Le Clapotis nude beach · Aude · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 3Le Clapotis naturist campground · Aude · best July to AugustNaturist only
- 4La plagette nude beach · Aude · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 5Plage de la Mateille nude beach · Aude · best June to AugustOfficialSea 22°C in August
- 6Beach of Leucate Plage nude beach · Aude · best June to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 7Résidence Le Mas de la Plage naturist park or area · Aude · best July to AugustClothing optional
- 8Village Eden naturist park or area · Aude · best July to AugustClothing optional
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
Is Plage des Montilles clothing optional?
Plage des Montilles 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 France before you go.
When is the best time to visit Plage des Montilles?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to August. July averages 24°C (75°F) and January 8°C (46°F).
How warm is the water at Plage des Montilles?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 12°C (53°F) to 22°C (71°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Plage des Montilles?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAGE DES MONTILLES) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Plage des Montilles?
The closest are Le Clapotis (4.7 km (2.9 mi)), Le Clapotis (6 km (3.7 mi)) and Le Clapotis (6.1 km (3.8 mi)).
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.