Cala dels Cantalars
Cala dels Cantalars is a well-known naturist beach in Alicante, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (79°F) and coolest in February (14°C (57°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 26°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 cala dels Jueus (0.6 km (0.4 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Cala dels Cantalars
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C | 15°C | 31 mm |
| February | 9°C | 14°C | 19 mm |
| March | 12°C | 15°C | 35 mm |
| April | 15°C | 16°C | 37 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 25 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 22°C | 12 mm |
| July (best) | 26°C | 25°C | 4 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 15 mm |
| September (best) | 22°C | 25°C | 42 mm |
| October | 18°C | 22°C | 36 mm |
| November | 13°C | 19°C | 40 mm |
| December | 10°C | 16°C | 33 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA CALAS DE CABO HUERTAS PM1
- Coordinates: 38.35367, -0.42036 · 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 Cala dels Cantalars
- 1cala dels Jueus nude beach · Alicante · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2cala de la Palmera nude beach · Alicante · best June to SeptemberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Cala del Cuartel nude beach · Alicante · best June to SeptemberListedSea 26°C in August
- 4Carabassí nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5El Asparalló nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Playa del Esparrelló nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7Braç del Port nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 8Raco Conill nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing 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 Cala dels Cantalars clothing optional?
Cala dels Cantalars 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.
When is the best time to visit Cala dels Cantalars?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to September. July averages 26°C (78°F) and January 9°C (48°F).
How warm is the water at Cala dels Cantalars?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 14°C (57°F) to 26°C (79°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Cala dels Cantalars?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA CALAS DE CABO HUERTAS PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Cala dels Cantalars?
The closest are cala dels Jueus (0.6 km (0.4 mi)), cala de la Palmera (0.9 km (0.6 mi)) and Cala del Cuartel (13 km (8.3 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 Q8255008 · All data sources and licenses.