Beach of Ballota (Llanes)
Beach of Ballota (Llanes) is a clothing-optional beach in Asturias, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 21°C (70°F) and coolest in February (13°C (55°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 20°C (68°F), and the best time to visit is August. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 2 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Playa El Oso (11 km (7 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Beach of Ballota (Llanes)
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | 13°C | 117 mm |
| February | 9°C | 13°C | 97 mm |
| March | 11°C | 13°C | 91 mm |
| April | 12°C | 13°C | 75 mm |
| May | 14°C | 15°C | 62 mm |
| June | 17°C | 18°C | 53 mm |
| July | 19°C | 20°C | 33 mm |
| August (best) | 20°C | 21°C | 39 mm |
| September | 19°C | 20°C | 48 mm |
| October | 16°C | 18°C | 97 mm |
| November | 12°C | 16°C | 133 mm |
| December | 10°C | 14°C | 114 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA ANDRIN PM1
- Coordinates: 43.41273, -4.71463 · 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 Beach of Ballota (Llanes)
- 1Playa El Oso nude beach · Asturias · best AugustListedSea 21°C in August
- 2Playa Torimbia nude beach · Asturias · best AugustClothing optionalSea 21°C in August
- 3Playa de Valdearenas nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 4Playa de Somocuevas nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 5Playa de Covachos nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 6Playa de El Puntal nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustToleratedSea 22°C in August
- 7Playa de Langre nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustCustomarySea 22°C in August
- 8Antuerta nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustListedSea 22°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 Beach of Ballota (Llanes) clothing optional?
Beach of Ballota (Llanes) is listed as "clothing optional" according to Spain.info (Turespaña). 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 Beach of Ballota (Llanes)?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are August. July averages 19°C (67°F) and January 10°C (49°F).
How warm is the water at Beach of Ballota (Llanes)?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (55°F) to 21°C (70°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Beach of Ballota (Llanes)?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA ANDRIN PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Beach of Ballota (Llanes)?
The closest are Playa El Oso (11 km (7 mi)), Playa Torimbia (12 km (7.2 mi)) and Playa de Valdearenas (60 km (38 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Spain.info (Turespaña) (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q18748931 · All data sources and licenses.