Onza Norte
Nude beach in Pontevedra, Spain
Onza Norte is a well-known naturist 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 20°C (68°F). EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Fontiñas (0.4 km (0.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Onza Norte
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 14°C | 165 mm |
| February | 9°C | 13°C | 110 mm |
| March | 11°C | 13°C | 136 mm |
| April | 12°C | 14°C | 106 mm |
| May | 15°C | 15°C | 78 mm |
| June | 18°C | 16°C | 50 mm |
| July | 20°C | 17°C | 31 mm |
| August | 20°C | 17°C | 40 mm |
| September | 19°C | 17°C | 49 mm |
| October | 16°C | 16°C | 170 mm |
| November | 11°C | 15°C | 166 mm |
| December | 9°C | 14°C | 164 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA CANEXOL (ILLA DE ONS) PM1
- Coordinates: 42.36490, -8.93540 · 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 Onza Norte
- 1Fontiñas nude beach · PontevedraListedSea 17°C in August
- 2Liñeiros nude beach · PontevedraListedSea 17°C in August
- 3Onza Sur nude beach · PontevedraListedSea 17°C in August
- 4Praia de Mellide nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°C in August
- 5Melide nude beach · PontevedraCustomarySea 17°C in August
- 6Bascuas nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°C in August
- 7Praia de Pedrón nude beach · PontevedraClothing optionalSea 17°C in August
- 8Praia da Brañiña 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 Onza Norte clothing optional?
Onza Norte 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.
How warm is the water at Onza Norte?
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 Onza Norte?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA CANEXOL (ILLA DE ONS) PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Onza Norte?
The closest are Fontiñas (0.4 km (0.2 mi)), Liñeiros (1.8 km (1.1 mi)) and Onza Sur (2.3 km (1.4 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 Q28119964 · All data sources and licenses.