Platja de ses Canyes
Nude beach in Balearic Islands, Spain
Platja de ses Canyes 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. EU monitoring rated the bathing water "Excellent" in 2025. There are 8 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Sa Roqueta (0.5 km (0.3 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Platja de ses Canyes
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 | 16°C | 56 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA SA ROQUETA PM1
- Coordinates: 38.73019, 1.45027 · 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 Platja de ses Canyes
- 1Sa Roqueta nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 2Es Pujols nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 3Ses Salines nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 4Cavall d'en Borràs beach nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Platja de Llevant nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Cala Savina beach nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 7Ses Illetes naturist park or area · Balearic Islands · best June to SeptemberClothing optional
- 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 Platja de ses Canyes clothing optional?
Platja de ses Canyes is listed as "clothing optional" according to Illes Balears Travel (Govern Balear tourism agency): Beach Ses Canyes (Formentera). 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 Platja de ses Canyes?
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 Platja de ses Canyes?
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.
Is the water clean at Platja de ses Canyes?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA SA ROQUETA PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Platja de ses Canyes?
The closest are Sa Roqueta (0.5 km (0.3 mi)), Es Pujols (0.9 km (0.6 mi)) and Ses Salines (1.2 km (0.7 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Illes Balears Travel (Govern Balear tourism agency): Beach Ses Canyes (Formentera) (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q6126234 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.