Natxituko Lapatza
Natxituko Lapatza is a beach where nudity is tolerated in Biscay, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 22°C (72°F) and coolest in February (12°C (54°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 21°C (70°F), and the best time to visit is July to August. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Ogella hondartza (4.6 km (2.9 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Natxituko Lapatza
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | 13°C | 131 mm |
| February | 10°C | 12°C | 100 mm |
| March | 11°C | 13°C | 94 mm |
| April | 13°C | 14°C | 83 mm |
| May | 15°C | 16°C | 72 mm |
| June | 18°C | 19°C | 61 mm |
| July (best) | 20°C | 21°C | 40 mm |
| August (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 42 mm |
| September | 20°C | 21°C | 59 mm |
| October | 17°C | 18°C | 96 mm |
| November | 13°C | 16°C | 154 mm |
| December | 11°C | 14°C | 123 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 43.39027, -2.59736 · 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 Natxituko Lapatza
- 1Ogella hondartza nude beach · Biscay · best July to AugustToleratedSea 22°C in August
- 2Antzora nude beach · Biscay · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 3Saturraran nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 4Siete Playas nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 5Burumendi nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 6Playa de Alcolea nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 7Alkolea nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 8Mendata nude beach · Gipuzkoa · best July to 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 Natxituko Lapatza clothing optional?
Natxituko Lapatza is listed as "nudity tolerated" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). 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 Natxituko Lapatza?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are July to August. July averages 20°C (69°F) and January 10°C (50°F).
How warm is the water at Natxituko Lapatza?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 12°C (54°F) to 22°C (72°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Natxituko Lapatza?
The closest are Ogella hondartza (4.6 km (2.9 mi)), Antzora (7 km (4.3 mi)) and Saturraran (17 km (11 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.