Gautviken Naturiststrand
Gautviken Naturiststrand is an officially designated clothing-optional beach in Nordland, Norway. The sea is warmest in August at about 13°C (55°F) and coolest in March (4°C (40°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 13°C (56°F).
Weather and water temperature at Gautviken Naturiststrand
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5°C | 5°C | 171 mm |
| February | -5°C | 5°C | 145 mm |
| March | -3°C | 4°C | 160 mm |
| April | 1°C | 5°C | 123 mm |
| May | 5°C | 7°C | 103 mm |
| June | 10°C | 10°C | 121 mm |
| July | 13°C | 12°C | 129 mm |
| August | 12°C | 13°C | 127 mm |
| September | 8°C | 12°C | 181 mm |
| October | 3°C | 10°C | 157 mm |
| November | -1°C | 8°C | 162 mm |
| December | -3°C | 7°C | 191 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 65.94667, 13.03653 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Norway?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gautviken Naturiststrand clothing optional?
Gautviken Naturiststrand is listed as "official clothing-optional area" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=designated). 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 Norway before you go.
How warm is the water at Gautviken Naturiststrand?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 4°C (40°F) to 13°C (55°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=designated). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.