Cala Mesquida
Nude beach in Balearic Islands, Spain · also known as Arenal petit de sa mesquida
Cala Mesquida is a beach that is customarily clothing optional in Balearic Islands, Spain. The sea is warmest in August at about 26°C (78°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 Tamarells (5.3 km (3.3 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Cala Mesquida
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C | 15°C | 51 mm |
| February | 12°C | 14°C | 50 mm |
| March | 13°C | 14°C | 53 mm |
| April | 15°C | 15°C | 49 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 42 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 21 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 24°C | 17 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 29 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 68 mm |
| October (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 82 mm |
| November | 17°C | 19°C | 85 mm |
| December | 14°C | 16°C | 55 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA CALA MESQUIDA PM1
- Coordinates: 39.91650, 4.28710 · 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 Mesquida
- 1Cala Tamarells nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 2Capifort nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 3Cala Llucalari nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 4Son Bou nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 26°C in August
- 5Platja de Binigaus nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 6Platja es Trenc nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 26°C in August
- 7Cala Fustam nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 8Cala Calderer nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 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 Mesquida clothing optional?
Cala Mesquida is listed as "customarily clothing optional" according to Menorca - Es diari (29 May 2024). 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 Mesquida?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 25°C (77°F) and January 13°C (55°F).
How warm is the water at Cala Mesquida?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 14°C (57°F) to 26°C (78°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Is the water clean at Cala Mesquida?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA CALA MESQUIDA PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Cala Mesquida?
The closest are Cala Tamarells (5.3 km (3.3 mi)), Capifort (8.9 km (5.5 mi)) and Cala Llucalari (18 km (11 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Menorca - Es diari (29 May 2024) (news report); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28120315 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.