Figueiras
Nude beach in Pontevedra, Spain · also known as A Area das Figueiras
Figueiras is a clothing-optional beach in Pontevedra, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 17°C (63°F) and coolest in February (13°C (56°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 21°C (69°F). EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Beach of Barra (5.2 km (3.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Figueiras
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 14°C | 153 mm |
| February | 9°C | 13°C | 102 mm |
| March | 11°C | 13°C | 127 mm |
| April | 13°C | 14°C | 99 mm |
| May | 15°C | 15°C | 71 mm |
| June | 18°C | 17°C | 44 mm |
| July | 20°C | 17°C | 24 mm |
| August | 21°C | 17°C | 33 mm |
| September | 19°C | 17°C | 49 mm |
| October | 16°C | 16°C | 157 mm |
| November | 12°C | 15°C | 154 mm |
| December | 10°C | 14°C | 150 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA FIGUEIRAS (ISLAS CIES) PM1
- Coordinates: 42.23020, -8.90020 · 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 Figueiras
- 1Beach of Barra nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°C in August
- 2Praia de Area Meán nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°C in August
- 3A Praia Nova nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°C in August
- 4A Area das Moscas nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°C in August
- 5A Noiva nude beach · PontevedraListedSea 17°C in August
- 6Os Muiños nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°C in August
- 7Praia de Sartaxéns nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°C in August
- 8Baluarte nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°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 Figueiras clothing optional?
Figueiras is listed as "clothing optional" according to Parque Nacional Illas Atlánticas (Xunta de Galicia): Playa y dunas de Figueiras. 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.
How warm is the water at Figueiras?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (56°F) to 17°C (63°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Figueiras?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA FIGUEIRAS (ISLAS CIES) PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Figueiras?
The closest are Beach of Barra (5.2 km (3.2 mi)), Praia de Area Meán (5.6 km (3.5 mi)) and A Praia Nova (5.7 km (3.5 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Parque Nacional Illas Atlánticas (Xunta de Galicia): Playa y dunas de Figueiras (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28120029 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.