Cala la Mançanera
Cala la Mançanera is a clothing-optional 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 August at 26°C (78°F), and the best time to visit is June to October. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Cala de la Barra Gran (3.1 km (1.9 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Cala la Mançanera
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C | 15°C | 43 mm |
| February | 12°C | 14°C | 29 mm |
| March | 14°C | 14°C | 44 mm |
| April | 16°C | 16°C | 45 mm |
| May | 19°C | 18°C | 33 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 11 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 5 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 19 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 51 mm |
| October (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 51 mm |
| November | 16°C | 19°C | 61 mm |
| December | 13°C | 16°C | 46 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DEL PORT BLANC PM1
- Coordinates: 38.63837, 0.04009 · 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 la Mançanera
- 1Cala de la Barra Gran nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2Cala de la Barra Grande nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 3Mascarat Norte nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 4Playa de la Solsida nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5La Mina nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 6Casa del Médico nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 7Cala del Amerador nude beach · Alicante · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 8Moraig 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 la Mançanera clothing optional?
Cala la Mançanera is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). 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 la Mançanera?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 25°C (77°F) and January 12°C (54°F).
How warm is the water at Cala la Mançanera?
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 la Mançanera?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DEL PORT BLANC PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Cala la Mançanera?
The closest are Cala de la Barra Gran (3.1 km (1.9 mi)), Cala de la Barra Grande (3.1 km (1.9 mi)) and Mascarat Norte (3.4 km (2.1 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28121381 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.