Platja de Pals
Platja de Pals 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 l'Illa Roja (1.9 km (1.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Platja de Pals
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 DEL GRAU PM1
- Coordinates: 41.99257, 3.20175 · 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 Pals
- 1Platja de l'Illa Roja 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 Pals clothing optional?
Platja de Pals is listed as "clothing optional" according to Visit Pals (municipal tourism office): Platja Gran. 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 Pals?
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 Pals?
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 Pals?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DEL GRAU PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Platja de Pals?
The closest are Platja de l'Illa Roja (1.9 km (1.2 mi)), Platja de la Platera (4.2 km (2.6 mi)) and Relax Nat Càmping naturista (12 km (7.4 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Visit Pals (municipal tourism office): Platja Gran (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q23993572 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.