El Torn
El Torn is a clothing-optional beach in Tarragona, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (79°F) and coolest in February (13°C (55°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 25°C (77°F), and the best time to visit is June to September. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Camping El Templo del Sol (0.6 km (0.4 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at El Torn
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 14°C | 29 mm |
| February | 8°C | 13°C | 25 mm |
| March | 11°C | 14°C | 41 mm |
| April | 14°C | 15°C | 49 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 48 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 22°C | 21 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 20 mm |
| August (best) | 25°C | 26°C | 29 mm |
| September (best) | 21°C | 24°C | 53 mm |
| October | 17°C | 21°C | 62 mm |
| November | 12°C | 18°C | 53 mm |
| December | 8°C | 15°C | 25 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DEL TORN PM1
- Coordinates: 40.97121, 0.89495 · 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 Torn
- 1Camping El Templo del Sol naturist campground · Tarragona · best June to AugustNaturist only
- 2Platja de la Cala Bea nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Cala d'Oques, nudista nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Cala Justell nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberListedSea 26°C in August
- 5Cala del Torrent del Pi nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Platja de Xelin nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 7Platja de l'Illot nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 8Punta del Fangar nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing 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 Torn clothing optional?
El Torn is listed as "clothing optional" according to Costa Daurada (Patronat de Turisme, Diputació de Tarragona): Platja del Torn. 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 El Torn?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 25°C (77°F) and January 8°C (46°F).
How warm is the water at El Torn?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 13°C (55°F) to 26°C (79°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at El Torn?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DEL TORN PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near El Torn?
The closest are Camping El Templo del Sol (0.6 km (0.4 mi)), Platja de la Cala Bea (0.9 km (0.6 mi)) and Cala d'Oques, nudista (1 km (0.6 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Costa Daurada (Patronat de Turisme, Diputació de Tarragona): Platja del Torn (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28121248 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.