El Viejo Rey
Nude beach in Las Palmas, Spain
El Viejo Rey is a well-known naturist beach in Las Palmas, Spain. The sea is warmest in September at about 23°C (73°F) and coolest in February (18°C (65°F)). Average air temperatures peak in September at 23°C (74°F), and the best time to visit is May to December. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Playa de Ugán (4 km (2.5 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at El Viejo Rey
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 19°C | 15 mm |
| February | 18°C | 18°C | 17 mm |
| March | 18°C | 18°C | 10 mm |
| April | 19°C | 19°C | 6 mm |
| May (best) | 20°C | 20°C | 3 mm |
| June (best) | 21°C | 21°C | 1 mm |
| July (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 1 mm |
| August (best) | 23°C | 22°C | 2 mm |
| September (best) | 23°C | 23°C | 3 mm |
| October (best) | 23°C | 23°C | 13 mm |
| November (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 19 mm |
| December (best) | 20°C | 20°C | 18 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 28.23610, -14.21320 · 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 El Viejo Rey
- 1Playa de Ugán nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 2Playa de Costa Calma nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to DecemberListedSea 22°C in August
- 3Monte Marina Naturist Resort clothing-optional hotel · Las PalmasOfficial
- 4Playa Del Matorral nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to DecemberToleratedSea 23°C in August
- 5Butihondo nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to DecemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 6El Cofete nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to DecemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 7Morro de Potala nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to DecemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 8Janubio nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°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 El Viejo Rey clothing optional?
El Viejo Rey is listed as "known naturist place" according to Wikipedia/Wikidata naturism listings. 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 El Viejo Rey?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are May to December. July averages 22°C (72°F) and January 18°C (65°F).
How warm is the water at El Viejo Rey?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 18°C (65°F) to 23°C (73°F) in September. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near El Viejo Rey?
The closest are Playa de Ugán (4 km (2.5 mi)), Playa de Costa Calma (8.7 km (5.4 mi)) and Monte Marina Naturist Resort (20 km (12 mi)).
Sources
Status from Wikipedia/Wikidata naturism listings. Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28121050 · All data sources and licenses.