Platja de la Roca Grossa
Platja de la Roca Grossa is a clothing-optional beach in Barcelona, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 25°C (77°F) and coolest in February (13°C (55°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 24°C (76°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 Cala de la Vinyeta (0.5 km (0.3 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Platja de la Roca Grossa
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | 13°C | 47 mm |
| February | 10°C | 13°C | 42 mm |
| March | 12°C | 13°C | 57 mm |
| April | 14°C | 14°C | 67 mm |
| May | 17°C | 17°C | 64 mm |
| June (best) | 21°C | 20°C | 39 mm |
| July (best) | 24°C | 23°C | 44 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 56 mm |
| September (best) | 22°C | 23°C | 76 mm |
| October | 18°C | 20°C | 93 mm |
| November | 14°C | 17°C | 68 mm |
| December | 10°C | 15°C | 36 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DE LA PLATJOLA I EL MORER PM1
- Coordinates: 41.60471, 2.63639 · 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 Platja de la Roca Grossa
- 1Cala de la Vinyeta nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 2Cala de Les Roques nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 3Platja de la Murtra nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberCustomarySea 25°C in August
- 4Platja de la Riera nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 5Platja dels Pins nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 6Platja de Santa Susanna nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 7Platja de la Picòrdia nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 8Platja de la Musclera nude beach · Barcelona · best June to SeptemberCustomarySea 25°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 Platja de la Roca Grossa clothing optional?
Platja de la Roca Grossa is listed as "clothing optional" according to Ajuntament de Calella: Platja de les Roques (Roca Grossa). 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 Platja de la Roca Grossa?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 24°C (75°F) and January 10°C (49°F).
How warm is the water at Platja de la Roca Grossa?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (55°F) to 25°C (77°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Platja de la Roca Grossa?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DE LA PLATJOLA I EL MORER PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Platja de la Roca Grossa?
The closest are Cala de la Vinyeta (0.5 km (0.3 mi)), Cala de Les Roques (0.6 km (0.4 mi)) and Platja de la Murtra (2.5 km (1.6 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Ajuntament de Calella: Platja de les Roques (Roca Grossa) (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.