Cala de Enmedio
Cala de Enmedio is a beach where nudity is tolerated in Almería, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 25°C (77°F) and coolest in February (15°C (58°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 26°C (79°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 del Plomo (1.4 km (0.9 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Cala de Enmedio
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C | 15°C | 25 mm |
| February | 12°C | 15°C | 19 mm |
| March | 14°C | 15°C | 26 mm |
| April | 16°C | 16°C | 25 mm |
| May | 19°C | 18°C | 12 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 21°C | 5 mm |
| July (best) | 26°C | 24°C | 2 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 25°C | 7 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 24°C | 21 mm |
| October (best) | 20°C | 21°C | 24 mm |
| November | 16°C | 18°C | 31 mm |
| December | 13°C | 16°C | 32 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA AGUAMARGA PM1
- Coordinates: 36.93389, -1.94500 · 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 de Enmedio
- 1Cala del Plomo nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberListedSea 25°C in August
- 2Los Muertos Beach nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberListedSea 25°C in August
- 3Cala de la Polacra nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 25°C in August
- 4El Algarrobico nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberListedSea 25°C in August
- 5Cala de la Granatilla nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 6Playa Las Escalicas nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 7Cala del Sombrerico nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 8Cala de Bordenares nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°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 de Enmedio clothing optional?
Cala de Enmedio is listed as "nudity tolerated" according to Turismo Níjar (Ayuntamiento de Níjar): Playa Cala de En medio. 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 Cala de Enmedio?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 26°C (78°F) and January 12°C (53°F).
How warm is the water at Cala de Enmedio?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 15°C (58°F) to 25°C (77°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Cala de Enmedio?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA AGUAMARGA PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Cala de Enmedio?
The closest are Cala del Plomo (1.4 km (0.9 mi)), Los Muertos Beach (4.6 km (2.9 mi)) and Cala de la Polacra (11 km (6.7 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Turismo Níjar (Ayuntamiento de Níjar): Playa Cala de En medio (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q6400340 · All data sources and licenses.