Els Arenals
Nude beach in Balearic Islands, Spain
Els Arenals 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 (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 Es Calo (1.5 km (0.9 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Els Arenals
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 15°C | 51 mm |
| February | 13°C | 14°C | 39 mm |
| March | 14°C | 15°C | 45 mm |
| April | 16°C | 16°C | 48 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 36 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 12 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 6 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 19 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 50 mm |
| October (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 60 mm |
| November | 18°C | 19°C | 84 mm |
| December | 15°C | 17°C | 56 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 38.67060, 1.50210 · 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 Els Arenals
- 1Es Calo nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 2Caló des Mort nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 3Tramuntana nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 4Cala en Baster nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Es Pujols nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 6Platja de ses Canyes nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7Sa Roqueta nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 8Estany d'Es Peix beach nude beach · Balearic Islands · 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 Els Arenals clothing optional?
Els Arenals is listed as "clothing optional" according to Illes Balears Travel (Agència d'Estratègia Turística de les Illes Balears): Beach Arenals. 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 Els Arenals?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 25°C (77°F) and January 14°C (57°F).
How warm is the water at Els Arenals?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 14°C (58°F) to 26°C (79°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What other naturist places are near Els Arenals?
The closest are Es Calo (1.5 km (0.9 mi)), Caló des Mort (1.8 km (1.1 mi)) and Tramuntana (2.6 km (1.6 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Illes Balears Travel (Agència d'Estratègia Turística de les Illes Balears): Beach Arenals (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q28120240 · All data sources and licenses.