Umhlanga Lagoon
Naturist park or area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Umhlanga Lagoon is a well-known naturist park in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Average air temperatures peak in February at 25°C (76°F).
Weather and water temperature at Umhlanga Lagoon
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Rain |
|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C | 92 mm |
| February | 25°C | 73 mm |
| March | 24°C | 71 mm |
| April | 22°C | 51 mm |
| May | 21°C | 26 mm |
| June | 19°C | 19 mm |
| July | 18°C | 29 mm |
| August | 19°C | 28 mm |
| September | 20°C | 50 mm |
| October | 21°C | 77 mm |
| November | 22°C | 93 mm |
| December | 23°C | 89 mm |
Visiting
- Coordinates: -29.70920, 31.09750 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in South Africa?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is Umhlanga Lagoon clothing optional?
Umhlanga Lagoon is listed as "known naturist place" according to Wikipedia/Wikidata naturism listings. Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a site, 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.
Sources
Status from Wikipedia/Wikidata naturism listings. Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikipedia · Wikidata Q7881544 · All data sources and licenses.