Paralia Maufomouri
Paralia Maufomouri is a beach where nudity is tolerated in Crete, Greece. The sea is warmest in August at about 25°C (78°F) and coolest in February (16°C (61°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 27°C (80°F), and the best time to visit is June to October. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Krinakia beach (11 km (6.7 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Paralia Maufomouri
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 17°C | 87 mm |
| February | 14°C | 16°C | 71 mm |
| March | 15°C | 16°C | 38 mm |
| April | 17°C | 17°C | 29 mm |
| May | 20°C | 19°C | 17 mm |
| June (best) | 24°C | 22°C | 5 mm |
| July (best) | 26°C | 24°C | 2 mm |
| August (best) | 27°C | 25°C | 3 mm |
| September (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 17 mm |
| October (best) | 22°C | 23°C | 44 mm |
| November | 19°C | 21°C | 54 mm |
| December | 16°C | 18°C | 91 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 35.15108, 26.27612 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Greece?
- 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 Paralia Maufomouri
- 1Krinakia beach nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 2Alatsolimni beach nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 25°C in August
- 3Itanos Beach nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 4Chiona beach nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 5Argilos nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 25°C in August
- 6Gerondolakkos beach nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 7Vlichada nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 25°C in August
- 8Vlyhada beach nude beach · Crete · best May to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
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 Paralia Maufomouri clothing optional?
Paralia Maufomouri is listed as "nudity tolerated" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). 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 Greece before you go.
When is the best time to visit Paralia Maufomouri?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 26°C (80°F) and January 14°C (57°F).
How warm is the water at Paralia Maufomouri?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 16°C (61°F) to 25°C (78°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Paralia Maufomouri?
The closest are Krinakia beach (11 km (6.7 mi)), Alatsolimni beach (12 km (7.4 mi)) and Itanos Beach (12 km (7.7 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.