#101 European Rank
Playa de Ses Illetes
Formentera, Spain•Balearic Sea• Best Season: June, July, August, September
Photo: MrPepanos (CC BY 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
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3-Second Operational AnswersEDITORIAL SCORE
4.69/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
26.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€49/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Golden Sand
Shallow & Gentle
Live Open-Meteo European Feed
Morning Beach Pulse & Marine Telemetry
Sheltered Cove
Calm & Glassy
Calm & Sheltered (Offshore Wind)Cove aspect: Faces ESE (110°) · Wind: W (270°)
Cliffs and inland terrain shelter the bay from 12 km/h winds. Surface chop is suppressed; water remains clear and flat.
Significant Wave Height
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Optimal Swimming
Swell Profile
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Reading buoy...
Live Surface Wind
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W (270°) · OFFSHORE
UV & Air Temperature
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UV 5 · Moderate (SPF 30)
Cove Aspect & Shelter Compass
Seaward Orientation vs. Live Wind DirectionCove Faces ESE (110°)
Offshore Breeze • Cliffs block the wind; water is calm and flat
Shoreline Facing (θ_aspect)
ESE (110°)
Open Sea Exposure
Surface Wind Vector
W (270°)
12 km/h · Δθ = 160°
Spatial Geometry: Cliffs behind Playa de Ses Illetes shelter the shoreline from winds coming out of W. The airflow passes over top, suppressing surf breakers.
Morning Coastal Brief for Playa de Ses Illetes: Minimal chop, safe for wading, snorkeling and paddleboarding. Cliffs and inland terrain shelter the bay from 12 km/h winds. Surface chop is suppressed; water remains clear and flat. Models update sub-daily via Open-Meteo European marine models.
Interactive Oceanographic Climatology
Seasonal Sea Warmth & Bathing Climatology
30-Year NOAA OISST v2.1 Monthly Normals (1991–2020) · Formentera, Spain
Warm Bathwater
Early August
26.1°C
Air ~35°C
Optimal thermal comfort; zero cold shock
Water temperature is well above the 20.0°C bathing threshold. Prolonged leisure swimming, snorkeling, and family wading are comfortable with zero thermal shock.
Drag to scrub 12-month temperature curveEarly August · 26.1°C
| Month | Sea Surface Temp | Air Temp | Thermal Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.9°C | 21°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| February | 14.4°C | 22°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| March | 14.6°C | 24°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| April | 15.9°C | 27°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| May | 18.3°C | 30°C | Crisp & Bracing |
| June | 21.5°C | 33°C | Refreshing |
| July | 24.6°C | 35°C | Ideal Swimming |
| August | 26.1°C | 35°C | Warm Bathwater |
| September | 24.9°C | 33°C | Ideal Swimming |
| October | 22.2°C | 30°C | Ideal Swimming |
| November | 19.1°C | 26°C | Refreshing |
| December | 16.4°C | 23°C | Crisp & Bracing |
NOAA OISST v2.1 30-year climatological normal (1991–2020).Explore all Spain Sea Temperatures
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 10 Jun – 27 Oct (>21°C) · 139 days
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🏖️ Playa de Ses Illetes (Formentera, Spain)
🌊 Water temperature: 26.1°C
⛱️ Beach access: 75% free public sand • Sunbeds: €16–€30
🧭 Wind & shelter: Faces ESE (sheltered from WNW winds)
📍 Guide: https://shores.cc/beach/ses-illetes-es/Tip: Add this beach to your home screen to quickly check morning wind and water conditions before heading out.
EEA Bathing Water Directive 2006/7/EC
Bathing Water Purity & Statutory Standards
Status: Excellent
Microbial Water Purity
95th-Percentile Compliant
Escherichia coli & intestinal enterococci within statutory limits.
Bathing Directive Tier
Tier 1: Sufficient & Safe
Monitored across the official European bathing season.
Official European Environment Agency (EEA) water monitoring verifies recreational cleanliness, sewage absence, and safety standards across all 31 member and partner coastal nations.
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.6 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.7 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.2 / 5
About Playa de Ses Illetes
A Caribbean-like sandspit on Ibiza’s quiet little sister.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Accessible by bicycle, bus, car (with regulated vehicle entry quota/fee), or boat within the national park.
•Protected Status / Environment: Parc Natural de Ses Salines d'Eivissa i Formentera; adjacent Posidonia oceanica meadows are a UNESCO World Heritage site.
•Notable Feature: Narrow sand spit on the Trucadors peninsula with Caribbean-grade shallow turquoise water and coral-tinted pinkish-white sand.
Official Tourism Authorities:spain.info
Sand Transparency & Sunbed Index
Public sand quota, private lido density, and legal towel placement rights
Balanced Concession Mix
Free Public Sand (75%)Private Concessions (25%)
2-Sunbed + Umbrella Set Rate
€16low season→€30August peak
Daily set (2 loungers + umbrella). Front-row loungers may command premium surcharges.
Towel Bather Guidance
Regulated municipal umbrellas alongside spacious free public sectors. Ample towel space available.
Legal Shoreline Rights: Spanish coastal law classifies all sand as public domain (dominio público). Concession zones are strictly demarcated.
Arrival Logistics, Parking & Sun Exposure
Micro-logistics, parking payment taxonomy, and topographic shadow schedules.
Parking Payment & Rates
Typical Rate: ~€6/day
Advance Online Municipal PermitBlue Line Meters (Strisce Blu / Zona Azul)
Follow local municipal parking signage to avoid fines during summer peak hours.
Sun Exposure & Cliff Shadows
Full-Day Unobstructed Sunlight
Open shoreline with full solar exposure from mid-morning through evening twilight.
Footwear & Karst Protection
Unnecessary (Soft Natural Sand)
Fine powder or golden sand allows comfortable barefoot wading into shallow depths.
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 Formentera. Accessible via regional coastal roads (38.740°N, 1.436°E).
•Shallow, warm, calm.
•Natural park sandspit.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
IBZ · 20m drive15-20 min ride from Ibiza Airport (IBZ) to all major beach clubs and calas.
Ferry Connection: Port of Ibiza (for Formentera express)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Playa de Ses Illetes
What is the water temperature at Playa de Ses Illetes?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at Playa de Ses Illetes averages 26.1°C (79°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is Playa de Ses Illetes?
Playa de Ses Illetes is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Formentera, Spain.
Is Playa de Ses Illetes good for families with kids?
Yes, Playa de Ses Illetes is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.
Are there parking and facilities at Playa de Ses Illetes?
Free parking is available. No public restrooms directly on-site.
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