Los Tiestos
Los Tiestos is a well-known naturist beach 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. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Moraig (0.4 km (0.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Los Tiestos
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
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DE CALA DEL MORAIG PM1
- Coordinates: 38.71210, 0.17130 · 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 Los Tiestos
- 1Moraig nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2El Ambolo nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClosedSea 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 Los Tiestos clothing optional?
Los Tiestos 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 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 Spain before you go.
When is the best time to visit Los Tiestos?
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 Los Tiestos?
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.
Is the water clean at Los Tiestos?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DE CALA DEL MORAIG PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Los Tiestos?
The closest are Moraig (0.4 km (0.2 mi)), El Ambolo (4.5 km (2.8 mi)) and Cala d'Aigua Dolç (12 km (7.5 mi)).
Sources
Status from Wikipedia/Wikidata naturism listings. Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28121372 · All data sources and licenses.