Playa de Somocuevas
Playa de Somocuevas is a clothing-optional beach in Cantabria, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 22°C (71°F) and coolest in February (13°C (55°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 21°C (69°F), and the best time to visit is August. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Playa de Covachos (2.7 km (1.7 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Playa de Somocuevas
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | 13°C | 125 mm |
| February | 9°C | 13°C | 99 mm |
| March | 11°C | 13°C | 95 mm |
| April | 12°C | 13°C | 78 mm |
| May | 15°C | 15°C | 62 mm |
| June | 18°C | 18°C | 54 mm |
| July | 20°C | 20°C | 33 mm |
| August (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 34 mm |
| September | 19°C | 20°C | 51 mm |
| October | 17°C | 18°C | 100 mm |
| November | 13°C | 16°C | 141 mm |
| December | 10°C | 14°C | 121 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 43.46928, -3.94493 · 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 Playa de Somocuevas
- 1Playa de Covachos nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 2Playa de Valdearenas nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 3Playa de El Puntal nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustToleratedSea 22°C in August
- 4Playa de Langre nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustCustomarySea 22°C in August
- 5Antuerta nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 6Playa de la Arena nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 7Playa de Tregandín nude beach · Cantabria · best AugustListedSea 22°C in August
- 8Arenal de Sonabia nude beach · Cantabria · best July to AugustCustomarySea 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 Playa de Somocuevas clothing optional?
Playa de Somocuevas is listed as "clothing optional" according to Ayuntamiento de Piélagos: Playa de Somocuevas. 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 Playa de Somocuevas?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are August. July averages 20°C (68°F) and January 10°C (49°F).
How warm is the water at Playa de Somocuevas?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (55°F) to 22°C (71°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Playa de Somocuevas?
The closest are Playa de Covachos (2.7 km (1.7 mi)), Playa de Valdearenas (3 km (1.9 mi)) and Playa de El Puntal (15 km (9.3 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Ayuntamiento de Piélagos: Playa de Somocuevas (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q6079022 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.