Puerto Muelas
Nude beach in Las Palmas, Spain
Puerto Muelas is a beach that is customarily clothing optional in Las Palmas, Spain. The sea is warmest in September at about 23°C (73°F) and coolest in March (18°C (65°F)). Average air temperatures peak in September at 23°C (74°F), and the best time to visit is June to November. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Caleta del Congrio (0.4 km (0.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Puerto Muelas
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 19°C | 13 mm |
| February | 17°C | 18°C | 18 mm |
| March | 18°C | 18°C | 9 mm |
| April | 18°C | 19°C | 5 mm |
| May | 19°C | 20°C | 4 mm |
| June (best) | 21°C | 21°C | 1 mm |
| July (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 1 mm |
| August (best) | 23°C | 22°C | 3 mm |
| September (best) | 23°C | 23°C | 2 mm |
| October (best) | 23°C | 23°C | 16 mm |
| November (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 20 mm |
| December | 19°C | 20°C | 17 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA PUERTO MUELAS PM1
- Coordinates: 28.84382, -13.78133 · 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 Puerto Muelas
- 1Caleta del Congrio nude beach · Las Palmas · best June to NovemberClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 2Playa del Papagayo nude beach · Las Palmas · best June to NovemberListedSea 22°C in August
- 3La Cera nude beach · Las Palmas · best June to NovemberListedSea 22°C in August
- 4La Cruz nude beach · Las Palmas · best June to NovemberCustomarySea 22°C in August
- 5El Pasito nude beach · Las Palmas · best June to NovemberListedSea 22°C in August
- 6Caletón de San Marcial nude beach · Las Palmas · best June to NovemberCustomarySea 22°C in August
- 7Caletón del Cobre nude beach · Las Palmas · best June to NovemberListedSea 22°C in August
- 8Mujeres nude beach · Las Palmas · best June to NovemberCustomarySea 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 Puerto Muelas clothing optional?
Puerto Muelas is listed as "customarily clothing optional" according to Gazette Life (Lanzarote): Nudism on Lanzarote. 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 Puerto Muelas?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to November. July averages 22°C (71°F) and January 18°C (64°F).
How warm is the water at Puerto Muelas?
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.
Is the water clean at Puerto Muelas?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA PUERTO MUELAS PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Puerto Muelas?
The closest are Caleta del Congrio (0.4 km (0.2 mi)), Playa del Papagayo (0.7 km (0.4 mi)) and La Cera (0.7 km (0.4 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Gazette Life (Lanzarote): Nudism on Lanzarote (news report); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28119221 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.