Diego Hernandez beach
Nude beach in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Diego Hernandez beach is a beach that is customarily clothing optional in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain. The sea is warmest in September at about 24°C (75°F) and coolest in March (19°C (66°F)). Average air temperatures peak in September at 24°C (74°F), and the best time to visit is May to November. There are 5 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being El Callao (8.9 km (5.5 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Diego Hernandez beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18°C | 20°C | 25 mm |
| February | 18°C | 19°C | 24 mm |
| March | 18°C | 19°C | 19 mm |
| April | 19°C | 20°C | 12 mm |
| May (best) | 20°C | 20°C | 7 mm |
| June (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 3 mm |
| July (best) | 23°C | 22°C | 2 mm |
| August (best) | 23°C | 23°C | 5 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 24°C | 10 mm |
| October (best) | 23°C | 24°C | 25 mm |
| November (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 33 mm |
| December | 20°C | 21°C | 37 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 28.10857, -16.76119 · 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 Diego Hernandez beach
- 1El Callao nude beach · Santa Cruz de Tenerife · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 2La Tejita beach naturism zone nude beach · Santa Cruz de Tenerife · best May to NovemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 3La Rajita nude beach · Santa Cruz de Tenerife · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 4Playa de Martínez-Alonso nude beach · Santa Cruz de Tenerife · best May to NovemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 5Playa de Punta Larga nude beach · Santa Cruz de Tenerife · best June to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 6Playa del Inglés nude beach · Santa Cruz de Tenerife · best May to DecemberClothing optionalSea 23°C in August
- 7Juan Negrín nude beach · Santa Cruz de Tenerife · best May to NovemberListedSea 23°C in August
- 8Playa de Las Gaviotas nude beach · Santa Cruz de Tenerife · best June to NovemberClothing optionalSea 23°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 Diego Hernandez beach clothing optional?
Diego Hernandez beach is listed as "customarily clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=customary). 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 Diego Hernandez beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are May to November. July averages 23°C (73°F) and January 18°C (65°F).
How warm is the water at Diego Hernandez beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 19°C (66°F) to 24°C (75°F) in September. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Diego Hernandez beach?
The closest are El Callao (8.9 km (5.5 mi)), La Tejita beach naturism zone (22 km (14 mi)) and La Rajita (25 km (15 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=customary). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.