Playa del Chaparral
Playa del Chaparral is a well-known naturist beach in Málaga, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 23°C (73°F) and coolest in February (15°C (59°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 25°C (76°F), and the best time to visit is June to September. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 5 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Playa de Cabopino (8.6 km (5.3 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Playa del Chaparral
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C | 16°C | 56 mm |
| February | 13°C | 15°C | 56 mm |
| March | 14°C | 15°C | 69 mm |
| April | 16°C | 16°C | 51 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 24 mm |
| June (best) | 21°C | 20°C | 3 mm |
| July (best) | 24°C | 22°C | 1 mm |
| August (best) | 25°C | 23°C | 3 mm |
| September (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 29 mm |
| October | 20°C | 20°C | 60 mm |
| November | 16°C | 18°C | 82 mm |
| December | 14°C | 16°C | 71 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DEL CHAPARRAL PM1
- Coordinates: 36.50652, -4.65889 · 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 Playa del Chaparral
- 1Playa de Cabopino nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 2Benalnatura nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 3Playa de San Julián nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 4Playa de Guadalmar nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 5Play Costa Natura nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 22°C in August
- 6Finca Johanna Naturisme clothing-optional hotel · MálagaClothing optional
- 7Solarium Almanat nude beach · Málaga · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 24°C in August
- 8Almanat naturist campground · Málaga · best July to AugustClothing optional
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 Playa del Chaparral clothing optional?
Playa del Chaparral 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 Playa del Chaparral?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 24°C (75°F) and January 13°C (55°F).
How warm is the water at Playa del Chaparral?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 15°C (59°F) to 23°C (73°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Playa del Chaparral?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DEL CHAPARRAL PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Playa del Chaparral?
The closest are Playa de Cabopino (8.6 km (5.3 mi)), Benalnatura (13 km (7.8 mi)) and Playa de San Julián (24 km (15 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 Q2837149 · All data sources and licenses.