Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena
Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena 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 August at 25°C (78°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 Platja de la Marquesa (2.4 km (1.5 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C | 14°C | 35 mm |
| February | 11°C | 13°C | 27 mm |
| March | 13°C | 14°C | 37 mm |
| April | 15°C | 15°C | 45 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 48 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 19 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 17 mm |
| August (best) | 25°C | 26°C | 36 mm |
| September (best) | 23°C | 24°C | 63 mm |
| October | 20°C | 22°C | 62 mm |
| November | 15°C | 18°C | 56 mm |
| December | 12°C | 15°C | 30 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DE LA BASSA D'ARENA PM1
- Coordinates: 40.74120, 0.81960 · 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 Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena
- 1Platja de la Marquesa nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2Punta del Fangar nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Platja de l'Alfacada nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Platja del Serrallo nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Platja del Serrallo nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6platja dels Eucaliptus nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7Platja de l'Illot nude beach · Tarragona · best June to SeptemberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 8Platja del Trabucador 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 Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena clothing optional?
Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena is listed as "clothing optional" according to Terres de l'Ebre (Diputació de Tarragona tourism board): Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena. 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 Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 25°C (77°F) and January 11°C (52°F).
How warm is the water at Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena?
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 Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DE LA BASSA D'ARENA PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena?
The closest are Platja de la Marquesa (2.4 km (1.5 mi)), Punta del Fangar (7 km (4.3 mi)) and Platja de l'Alfacada (7.1 km (4.4 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Terres de l'Ebre (Diputació de Tarragona tourism board): Platja de la Bassa de l'Arena (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28121182 · All data sources and licenses.