Cala Macarelleta
Nude beach in Balearic Islands, Spain · also known as Cala Macarella
Cala Macarelleta is a clothing-optional beach in Balearic Islands, 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 (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 Fustam (5.7 km (3.5 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Cala Macarelleta
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C | 15°C | 49 mm |
| February | 12°C | 14°C | 46 mm |
| March | 13°C | 14°C | 46 mm |
| April | 15°C | 15°C | 47 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 42 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 19 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 16 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 29 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 73 mm |
| October (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 76 mm |
| November | 17°C | 19°C | 83 mm |
| December | 14°C | 16°C | 50 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 39.93620, 3.93473 · 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 Macarelleta
- 1Cala Fustam nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 2Platja es Trenc nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 26°C in August
- 3Platja de Binigaus nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 4Son Bou nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 26°C in August
- 5Platja des Bot nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Cala Llucalari nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 7Cala Calderer nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 8Capifort nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 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 Macarelleta clothing optional?
Cala Macarelleta is listed as "clothing optional" according to Illes Balears Travel (Govern de les Illes Balears tourism agency): Cove Macarelleta. 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 Macarelleta?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 25°C (78°F) and January 13°C (55°F).
How warm is the water at Cala Macarelleta?
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.
What other naturist places are near Cala Macarelleta?
The closest are Cala Fustam (5.7 km (3.5 mi)), Platja es Trenc (7.7 km (4.8 mi)) and Platja de Binigaus (8 km (5 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Illes Balears Travel (Govern de les Illes Balears tourism agency): Cove Macarelleta (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28119280 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.