Son Bou
Nude beach in Balearic Islands, Spain
Son Bou is a beach where nudity is tolerated 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 (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 Cala Llucalari (2.4 km (1.5 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Son Bou
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13°C | 15°C | 49 mm |
| February | 12°C | 14°C | 46 mm |
| March | 13°C | 14°C | 46 mm |
| April | 15°C | 15°C | 47 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 42 mm |
| June (best) | 22°C | 21°C | 19 mm |
| July (best) | 25°C | 24°C | 16 mm |
| August (best) | 26°C | 26°C | 29 mm |
| September (best) | 24°C | 25°C | 73 mm |
| October (best) | 21°C | 22°C | 76 mm |
| November | 17°C | 19°C | 83 mm |
| December | 14°C | 16°C | 50 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 39.90495, 4.05987 · 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 Son Bou
- 1Cala Llucalari nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 2Platja de Binigaus nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 3Platja es Trenc nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberToleratedSea 26°C in August
- 4Cala Fustam nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 5Cala Macarelleta nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberClothing optionalSea 26°C in August
- 6Cala Calderer nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberCustomarySea 26°C in August
- 7Cala Tamarells nude beach · Balearic Islands · best June to OctoberListedSea 26°C in August
- 8Capifort 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 Son Bou clothing optional?
Son Bou is listed as "nudity tolerated" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). 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 Son Bou?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are June to October. July averages 25°C (78°F) and January 13°C (55°F).
How warm is the water at Son Bou?
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.
What other naturist places are near Son Bou?
The closest are Cala Llucalari (2.4 km (1.5 mi)), Platja de Binigaus (3.3 km (2.1 mi)) and Platja es Trenc (3.7 km (2.3 mi)).
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.