Sotavento
Nude beach in Las Palmas, Spain
Sotavento is a well-known naturist beach in Las Palmas, Spain. The sea is warmest in September at about 24°C (74°F) and coolest in March (19°C (66°F)). Average air temperatures peak in September at 23°C (73°F), and the best time to visit is May to November. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Guayedra (1.2 km (0.7 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Sotavento
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 20°C | 18 mm |
| February | 18°C | 19°C | 22 mm |
| March | 18°C | 19°C | 15 mm |
| April | 19°C | 19°C | 10 mm |
| May (best) | 20°C | 20°C | 6 mm |
| June (best) | 21°C | 21°C | 2 mm |
| July (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 2 mm |
| August (best) | 23°C | 23°C | 5 mm |
| September (best) | 23°C | 24°C | 8 mm |
| October (best) | 23°C | 23°C | 17 mm |
| November (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 24 mm |
| December | 19°C | 21°C | 28 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 28.07800, -15.71460 · 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 Sotavento
- 1Guayedra nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to NovemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 2Faneroque nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 3Punta Gorda nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 4Lagarto nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 5Playa de las Arenas nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 6Arrastradero nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 7Paso del Salgo nude beach · Las Palmas · best May to NovemberCustomarySea 23°C in August
- 8Caletón de los Cangrejos 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 Sotavento clothing optional?
Sotavento 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 Sotavento?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are May to November. July averages 22°C (71°F) and January 18°C (64°F).
How warm is the water at Sotavento?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 19°C (66°F) to 24°C (74°F) in September. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Sotavento?
The closest are Guayedra (1.2 km (0.7 mi)), Faneroque (2.3 km (1.4 mi)) and Punta Gorda (3.3 km (2.1 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 Q28120864 · All data sources and licenses.