Platja de l'Illa Roja
Platja de l'Illa Roja is a clothing-optional beach in Girona, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 24°C (74°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 Platja de Pals (1.9 km (1.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Platja de l'Illa Roja
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 13°C | 52 mm |
| February | 9°C | 13°C | 44 mm |
| March | 12°C | 13°C | 60 mm |
| April | 14°C | 14°C | 71 mm |
| May | 17°C | 16°C | 63 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 20°C | 35 mm |
| July (best) | 24°C | 22°C | 34 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 24°C | 37 mm |
| September (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 58 mm |
| October | 18°C | 19°C | 91 mm |
| November | 13°C | 17°C | 65 mm |
| December | 10°C | 15°C | 42 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA D'ILLA ROJA PM1
- Coordinates: 41.97699, 3.21066 · 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 l'Illa Roja
- 1Platja de Pals nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 2Platja de la Platera nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 3Relax Nat Càmping naturista naturist campground · Girona · best July to AugustNaturist only
- 4Cala de Crit nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 5Cala del Cap de Planes nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 6Cala de Roca Bona nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 7Cala Estreta nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 8Cala Corbs nude beach · Girona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 24°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 l'Illa Roja clothing optional?
Platja de l'Illa Roja is listed as "clothing optional" according to Begur Turisme (municipal tourist office): Illa Roja. 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 l'Illa Roja?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 24°C (76°F) and January 9°C (49°F).
How warm is the water at Platja de l'Illa Roja?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (55°F) to 24°C (74°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Platja de l'Illa Roja?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA D'ILLA ROJA PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Platja de l'Illa Roja?
The closest are Platja de Pals (1.9 km (1.2 mi)), Platja de la Platera (6 km (3.7 mi)) and Relax Nat Càmping naturista (11 km (6.6 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Begur Turisme (municipal tourist office): Illa Roja (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q19368034 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.