Potamos nudist beach
Potamos nudist beach is a clothing-optional beach in Crete, Greece. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°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 Pyrgos nudist beach (1.1 km (0.7 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Potamos nudist beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C | 17°C | 85 mm |
| February | 14°C | 16°C | 78 mm |
| March | 15°C | 16°C | 43 mm |
| April | 17°C | 17°C | 26 mm |
| May | 20°C | 19°C | 20 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 22°C | 4 mm |
| July (best) | 26°C | 24°C | 2 mm |
| August (best) | 27°C | 26°C | 4 mm |
| September (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 20 mm |
| October (best) | 22°C | 24°C | 51 mm |
| November | 20°C | 21°C | 73 mm |
| December | 17°C | 18°C | 96 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 34.85858, 24.06187 · 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 Potamos nudist beach
- 1Pyrgos nudist beach nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 26°C in August
- 2Lavrakas nudist beach nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Agios Ioannis Naturist Beach nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Sarakiniko nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 5Lakkoudii nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Tripiti nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 26°C in August
- 7Timios Stavros beach nude beach · Crete · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 26°C in August
- 8Filaki nude beach · Crete · best June 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 Potamos nudist beach clothing optional?
Potamos nudist 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 Greece before you go.
When is the best time to visit Potamos nudist beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 26°C (78°F) and January 15°C (58°F).
How warm is the water at Potamos nudist beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 16°C (61°F) to 26°C (78°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Potamos nudist beach?
The closest are Pyrgos nudist beach (1.1 km (0.7 mi)), Lavrakas nudist beach (1.7 km (1.1 mi)) and Agios Ioannis Naturist Beach (2.3 km (1.4 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.