Barranco Ancho
Barranco Ancho is a clothing-optional beach in Murcia, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (78°F) and coolest in February (15°C (58°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 26°C (80°F), and the best time to visit is June to October. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Cala Desnuda (0.3 km (0.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Barranco Ancho
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C | 15°C | 31 mm |
| February | 12°C | 15°C | 18 mm |
| March | 14°C | 15°C | 35 mm |
| April | 16°C | 16°C | 31 mm |
| May | 19°C | 18°C | 16 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 21°C | 8 mm |
| July (best) | 26°C | 24°C | 2 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 12 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 24°C | 32 mm |
| October (best) | 20°C | 22°C | 29 mm |
| November | 16°C | 19°C | 37 mm |
| December | 13°C | 16°C | 37 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Website: turismoregiondemurcia.es
- Coordinates: 37.55563, -1.34364 · 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 Barranco Ancho
- 1Cala Desnuda nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2Cala Leño nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3La Grúa nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Playa del Jondón nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Playa de La Puñeta nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 6Cueva de los Lobos nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 7Playa del Charco nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 8El Portús nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°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 Barranco Ancho clothing optional?
Barranco Ancho is listed as "clothing optional" according to Turismo Región de Murcia: Playa del Barranco Ancho. 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 Barranco Ancho?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 26°C (78°F) and January 12°C (53°F).
How warm is the water at Barranco Ancho?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 15°C (58°F) to 26°C (78°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Barranco Ancho?
The closest are Cala Desnuda (0.3 km (0.2 mi)), Cala Leño (0.4 km (0.2 mi)) and La Grúa (0.5 km (0.3 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Turismo Región de Murcia: Playa del Barranco Ancho (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28120745 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.