Es Canar
Nude beach in Balearic Islands, Spain · also known as Platja Es Canar
Es Canar is a well-known naturist 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. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Platja des Figueral (5.8 km (3.6 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Es Canar
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C | 15°C | 61 mm |
| February | 13°C | 14°C | 45 mm |
| March | 14°C | 14°C | 49 mm |
| April | 16°C | 16°C | 52 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 36 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 15 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 25°C | 8 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 21 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 65 mm |
| October (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 70 mm |
| November | 18°C | 19°C | 92 mm |
| December | 15°C | 16°C | 65 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA DES CANAR PM1
- Coordinates: 39.00292, 1.57652 · 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 Es Canar
- 1Platja des Figueral nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 2Agua Blanca nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 3Es Cavallet nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 4Platja de ses Salines nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 5Cala de Bosch nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 6Sa Torreta nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7Platja de s'Alga nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 8Pas de n'Adolf 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 Es Canar clothing optional?
Es Canar is listed as "known naturist place" according to Wikipedia/Wikidata naturism listings. 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 Es Canar?
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 Es Canar?
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.
Is the water clean at Es Canar?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA DES CANAR PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Es Canar?
The closest are Platja des Figueral (5.8 km (3.6 mi)), Agua Blanca (6.4 km (4 mi)) and Es Cavallet (23 km (14 mi)).
Sources
Status from Wikipedia/Wikidata naturism listings. Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikipedia · Wikidata Q133540584 · All data sources and licenses.