Sa Canova
Nude beach in Balearic Islands, Spain
Sa Canova is a beach that is customarily clothing optional 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 27°C (80°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 de Son Real (3.2 km (2 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Sa Canova
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12°C | 15°C | 46 mm |
| February | 12°C | 14°C | 43 mm |
| March | 13°C | 14°C | 40 mm |
| April | 15°C | 16°C | 46 mm |
| May | 19°C | 18°C | 37 mm |
| June (best) | 23°C | 22°C | 14 mm |
| July (best) | 26°C | 25°C | 11 mm |
| August (best) | 27°C | 26°C | 25 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 68 mm |
| October (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 69 mm |
| November | 16°C | 19°C | 83 mm |
| December | 14°C | 17°C | 52 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Bathing water profile: PLAYA SON SERRA PM1
- Coordinates: 39.73045, 3.24659 · 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 Sa Canova
- 1Platja de Son Real nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 2L'Arenal d'en Casat nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 3Caló D'Es Cans nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 4Cala Mata nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 5El Caló nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 6Sa Font Salada nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 7Cala es Matzoc nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 8Cala Déntol 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 Sa Canova clothing optional?
Sa Canova is listed as "customarily clothing optional" according to Majorca Daily Bulletin: Beaches in Mallorca where there certainly aren't fines for nudity. 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 Sa Canova?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 26°C (79°F) and January 12°C (54°F).
How warm is the water at Sa Canova?
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 Sa Canova?
The nearest EU-monitored bathing site (PLAYA SON SERRA PM1) was rated "Excellent" for the 2025 season under the EU Bathing Water Directive.
What other naturist places are near Sa Canova?
The closest are Platja de Son Real (3.2 km (2 mi)), L'Arenal d'en Casat (4.8 km (3 mi)) and Caló D'Es Cans (5.1 km (3.2 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against Majorca Daily Bulletin: Beaches in Mallorca where there certainly aren't fines for nudity (news report); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikidata Q2382873 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.