El Ambolo
El Ambolo is a former clothing-optional beach that is now closed in Alicante, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (79°F) and coolest in February (14°C (57°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 26°C (78°F), and the best time to visit is June to October. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Los Tiestos (4.5 km (2.8 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at El Ambolo
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C | 15°C | 43 mm |
| February | 12°C | 14°C | 29 mm |
| March | 14°C | 14°C | 44 mm |
| April | 16°C | 16°C | 45 mm |
| May | 19°C | 18°C | 33 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 11 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 5 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 19 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 51 mm |
| October (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 51 mm |
| November | 16°C | 19°C | 61 mm |
| December | 13°C | 16°C | 46 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 38.73050, 0.21800 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Spain?
- 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 El Ambolo
- 1Los Tiestos nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 2Moraig nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Cala d'Aigua Dolç nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Cala de Aigua Dolç nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Cala la Mançanera nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Cala de la Barra Gran nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7Cala de la Barra Grande nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 8Mascarat Norte nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°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 El Ambolo clothing optional?
El Ambolo is listed as "closed" according to MACMA (Mancomunitat Comarcal de la Marina Alta): Cala Ambolo. 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 Spain before you go.
When is the best time to visit El Ambolo?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 25°C (77°F) and January 12°C (54°F).
How warm is the water at El Ambolo?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 14°C (57°F) to 26°C (79°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near El Ambolo?
The closest are Los Tiestos (4.5 km (2.8 mi)), Moraig (5 km (3.1 mi)) and Cala d'Aigua Dolç (11 km (7 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against MACMA (Mancomunitat Comarcal de la Marina Alta): Cala Ambolo (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28121475 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.