Glossa Beach (nudist)
Nude beach in Peloponnese, Greece
Glossa Beach (nudist) is a clothing-optional beach in Peloponnese, Greece. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (79°F) and coolest in March (15°C (60°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 27°C (81°F), and the best time to visit is June to October. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025.
Weather and water temperature at Glossa Beach (nudist)
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | 16°C | 111 mm |
| February | 11°C | 16°C | 80 mm |
| March | 13°C | 15°C | 59 mm |
| April | 15°C | 16°C | 30 mm |
| May | 19°C | 19°C | 21 mm |
| June (best) | 24°C | 22°C | 26 mm |
| July (best) | 27°C | 25°C | 13 mm |
| August (best) | 27°C | 26°C | 9 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 55 mm |
| October (best) | 20°C | 23°C | 68 mm |
| November | 16°C | 21°C | 102 mm |
| December | 12°C | 18°C | 113 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: VOIDOKILIA
- Coordinates: 36.96655, 21.65894 · 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 Glossa Beach (nudist)
- 1Spithi Beach nude beach · Ionian Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2Mouda nudist beach nude beach · Ionian Islands · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 3Villa Galatee clothing-optional hotel · Ionian Islands · best March to SeptemberClothing optional
- 4Villa Thetis clothing-optional hotel · Ionian Islands · best March to SeptemberClothing optional
- 5Villa Amphitrite clothing-optional hotel · Ionian Islands · best March to SeptemberClothing 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 Glossa Beach (nudist) clothing optional?
Glossa Beach (nudist) 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 Glossa Beach (nudist)?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 27°C (80°F) and January 10°C (51°F).
How warm is the water at Glossa Beach (nudist)?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 15°C (60°F) to 26°C (79°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Glossa Beach (nudist)?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (VOIDOKILIA) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Glossa Beach (nudist)?
The closest are Spithi Beach (144 km (89 mi)), Mouda nudist beach (144 km (89 mi)) and Villa Galatee (146 km (91 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.