Playa Las Escalicas
Playa Las Escalicas is a clothing-optional beach in Almería, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 25°C (78°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. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Cala del Sombrerico (0.4 km (0.2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Playa Las Escalicas
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 | 19°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
- Website: andalucia.org
- Coordinates: 37.05474, -1.85980 · 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 Playa Las Escalicas
- 1Cala del Sombrerico nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 2Cala de Bordenares nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 3Cala de la Granatilla nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 25°C in August
- 4El Algarrobico nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberListedSea 25°C in August
- 5Los Muertos Beach nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberListedSea 25°C in August
- 6Cala de Enmedio nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 25°C in August
- 7Cala del Plomo nude beach · Almería · best June to OctoberListedSea 25°C in August
- 8Vera Playa 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 Playa Las Escalicas clothing optional?
Playa Las Escalicas 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 Playa Las Escalicas?
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 Playa Las Escalicas?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 15°C (58°F) to 25°C (78°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Playa Las Escalicas?
The closest are Cala del Sombrerico (0.4 km (0.2 mi)), Cala de Bordenares (0.8 km (0.5 mi)) and Cala de la Granatilla (0.9 km (0.6 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.