Bottomless Pool
Nude beach in Eastern Cape, South Africa
Bottomless Pool is a beach where nudity is tolerated in Eastern Cape, South Africa. The sea is warmest in January at about 21°C (69°F) and coolest in August (17°C (62°F)). Average air temperatures peak in February at 21°C (70°F), and the best time to visit is January to February.
Weather and water temperature at Bottomless Pool
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January (best) | 21°C | 21°C | 40 mm |
| February (best) | 21°C | 21°C | 42 mm |
| March | 20°C | 20°C | 58 mm |
| April | 18°C | 19°C | 46 mm |
| May | 16°C | 18°C | 34 mm |
| June | 14°C | 18°C | 37 mm |
| July | 14°C | 17°C | 40 mm |
| August | 14°C | 17°C | 55 mm |
| September | 15°C | 17°C | 41 mm |
| October | 17°C | 17°C | 50 mm |
| November | 18°C | 18°C | 57 mm |
| December | 19°C | 20°C | 40 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: -33.95981, 24.02134 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in South Africa?
- 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 Bottomless Pool clothing optional?
Bottomless Pool 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 South Africa before you go.
When is the best time to visit Bottomless Pool?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are January to February. July averages 14°C (57°F) and January 21°C (69°F).
How warm is the water at Bottomless Pool?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 17°C (62°F) to 21°C (69°F) in January. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
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.