el Balmí Gran
el Balmí Gran is a clothing-optional beach in Barcelona, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (78°F) and coolest in February (13°C (56°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 25°C (77°F), and the best time to visit is June to September. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Platja dels Balmins (0 km (0 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at el Balmí Gran
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C | 14°C | 31 mm |
| February | 11°C | 13°C | 30 mm |
| March | 13°C | 14°C | 40 mm |
| April | 15°C | 15°C | 47 mm |
| May | 18°C | 17°C | 47 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 22 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 24°C | 22 mm |
| August (best) | 25°C | 26°C | 40 mm |
| September (best) | 23°C | 24°C | 61 mm |
| October | 20°C | 21°C | 70 mm |
| November | 15°C | 18°C | 50 mm |
| December | 12°C | 15°C | 26 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DELS BALMINS PM1
- Coordinates: 41.23576, 1.82065 · 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 Balmí Gran
- 1Platja dels Balmins nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2cala Morisca nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3platja de Rosés nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Platja de l'Home Mort nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5platja de la Desenrocada nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Cala Xica nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7Platja del Gaspar nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 8Platja de Sant Gervasi nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 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 Balmí Gran clothing optional?
el Balmí Gran is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). 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 el Balmí Gran?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 25°C (76°F) and January 11°C (52°F).
How warm is the water at el Balmí Gran?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (56°F) to 26°C (78°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at el Balmí Gran?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DELS BALMINS PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near el Balmí Gran?
The closest are Platja dels Balmins (0 km (0 mi)), cala Morisca (4.1 km (2.5 mi)) and platja de Rosés (4.6 km (2.9 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.