#61 European Rank
Cala Turqueta
Menorca, Balearics, Spain•Balearic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: Javier Casado Tirado (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.72/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
25.9°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€46/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Fine White Sand
Shallow & Gentle
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Menorca, Balearics · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
14.6°C
Air 20°C
Feb
13.9°C
Air 21°C
Mar
14.2°C
Air 23°C
Apr
15.4°C
Air 26°C
May
17.9°C
Air 29°C
Jun
21.4°C
Air 32°C
Jul
24.5°C
Air 34°C
Peak
Aug
25.9°C
Air 34°C
Sep
24.7°C
Air 32°C
Oct
22.1°C
Air 29°C
Nov
19.0°C
Air 25°C
Dec
16.3°C
Air 22°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 11 Jun – 26 Oct (>21°C) · 137 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.7 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.9 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Cala Turqueta
A horseshoe of white sand and clear shallow water framed by Aleppo pines, many Menorcans' favourite cove.
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
NoShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
YesDog Friendly
YesLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
YesWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
YesNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Menorca, Balearics. Accessible via regional coastal roads (39.929°N, 3.914°E).
•Warm, shallow and calm in the sheltered inlet.
•A pine-framed cove reached on foot through Menorca's protected south coast.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
INTL · 40m driveConvenient highway or local transit access across Menorca, Balearics, Spain.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cala Turqueta
What is the water temperature at Cala Turqueta?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Cala Turqueta averages 25.9°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Cala Turqueta?
Cala Turqueta is classified as a fine white sand shoreline located in Menorca, Balearics, Spain.
Is Cala Turqueta good for families with kids?
Yes, Cala Turqueta is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Cala Turqueta?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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