Mantomata Beach
Nude beach in South Aegean, Greece
Mantomata Beach is an officially designated clothing-optional beach in South Aegean, Greece. The sea is warmest in August at about 27°C (80°F) and coolest in March (17°C (62°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 29°C (84°F), and the best time to visit is May to October. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 4 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Ayit Rhodes Hotel (16 km (9.9 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Mantomata Beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 18°C | 167 mm |
| February | 14°C | 17°C | 111 mm |
| March | 15°C | 17°C | 63 mm |
| April | 17°C | 18°C | 41 mm |
| May (best) | 21°C | 20°C | 22 mm |
| June (best) | 25°C | 23°C | 6 mm |
| July (best) | 28°C | 25°C | 3 mm |
| August (best) | 29°C | 27°C | 3 mm |
| September (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 18 mm |
| October (best) | 23°C | 24°C | 52 mm |
| November | 19°C | 22°C | 95 mm |
| December | 15°C | 19°C | 161 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Website: faliraki-nudist.gr
- Bathing water profile: MANTOMATA
- Coordinates: 36.32962, 28.21217 · 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 Mantomata Beach
- 1Ayit Rhodes Hotel naturist park or area · South Aegean · best June to SeptemberClothing optional
- 2Viva Tourismo Resort clothing-optional hotel · South Aegean · best March to OctoberClothing optional
- 3Vlycha Beach nude beach · South Aegean · best May to OctoberToleratedSea 27°C in August
- 4Lapathos beach nude beach · South Aegean · best May to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 5Pachia Ammos nude beach · South Aegean · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 25°C in August
- 6Karnagio Beach nude beach · South Aegean · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 25°C in August
- 7Tropical Beach nude beach · South Aegean · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 25°C in August
- 8Polemi Beach nude beach · South Aegean · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 25°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 Mantomata Beach clothing optional?
Mantomata Beach is listed as "official clothing-optional area" according to Dimokratiki (Rhodes newspaper), 7 July 2019. Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. You can check what applies in Greece before you go.
When is the best time to visit Mantomata Beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are May to October. July averages 28°C (83°F) and January 14°C (56°F).
How warm is the water at Mantomata Beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 17°C (62°F) to 27°C (80°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Mantomata Beach?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (MANTOMATA) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Mantomata Beach?
The closest are Ayit Rhodes Hotel (16 km (9.9 mi)), Viva Tourismo Resort (16 km (9.9 mi)) and Vlycha Beach (28 km (17 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Dimokratiki (Rhodes newspaper), 7 July 2019 (news report); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q53632532 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.