Play Costa Natura
Play Costa Natura is a clothing-optional beach in Málaga, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 22°C (71°F) and coolest in February (15°C (59°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 25°C (77°F), and the best time to visit is June to September. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 2 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Playa de Cabopino (40 km (25 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Play Costa Natura
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C | 16°C | 61 mm |
| February | 12°C | 15°C | 62 mm |
| March | 13°C | 15°C | 75 mm |
| April | 15°C | 16°C | 55 mm |
| May | 18°C | 17°C | 27 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 19°C | 3 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 21°C | 1 mm |
| August (best) | 25°C | 22°C | 3 mm |
| September (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 28 mm |
| October | 19°C | 19°C | 69 mm |
| November | 14°C | 17°C | 90 mm |
| December | 12°C | 16°C | 81 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA ARROYO VAQUERO PM1
- Coordinates: 36.40589, -5.18759 · 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 Play Costa Natura
- 1Playa de Cabopino nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 2Playa del Chaparral nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 3Benalnatura nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 4Bolonia Beach nude beach · Cádiz · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 5Playa de San Julián nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 6Playa de Guadalmar nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 7Playa de la pequeña Lulú nude beach · Cádiz · best June to SeptemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 8Cala del Tio Juan Medina nude beach · Cádiz · best June to SeptemberCustomarySea 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 Play Costa Natura clothing optional?
Play Costa Natura is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). 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 Play Costa Natura?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 25°C (76°F) and January 11°C (52°F).
How warm is the water at Play Costa Natura?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 15°C (59°F) to 22°C (71°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Play Costa Natura?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA ARROYO VAQUERO PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Play Costa Natura?
The closest are Playa de Cabopino (40 km (25 mi)), Playa del Chaparral (49 km (30 mi)) and Benalnatura (60 km (37 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.