El Portús
El Portús is a well-known naturist 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. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Cueva de los Lobos (23 km (14 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at El Portús
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
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA EL PORTUS PM1
- Coordinates: 37.58439, -1.07437 · 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 El Portús
- 1Cueva de los Lobos nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 2Playa de La Puñeta nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 3La Grúa nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Cala Leño nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Cala Desnuda nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Barranco Ancho nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7Playa del Jondón nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 8Playa del Charco nude beach · Murcia · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 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 El Portús clothing optional?
El Portús 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 El Portús?
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 El Portús?
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.
Is the water clean at El Portús?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA EL PORTUS PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near El Portús?
The closest are Cueva de los Lobos (23 km (14 mi)), Playa de La Puñeta (23 km (14 mi)) and La Grúa (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 Q5822899 · All data sources and licenses.