Algarve, Portugal
Atlantic Ocean37.09°N, 8.25°WStation PO-ALG-ALB

Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores) Sea Water Temperature

Heart of the Algarve coastline with extensive sandy bays and calm swimming. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores) water temperature

22.2
72°FComfortable (20°C – 24°C)

Pleasant and revitalizing. Great for most beachgoers and active recreational swimming.

+0°vs Sep avgAtlantic Ocean37.09°N, 8.25°W
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
24°C
74.7°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
22.2°C
72°F
Waves: 1m
Comfortable
ThuOct 1
22.5°C
72.5°F
Waves: 0.9m
Comfortable
FriOct 2
22.6°C
72.7°F
Waves: 0.7m
Comfortable
SatOct 3
22.5°C
72.5°F
Waves: 0.6m
Comfortable
SunOct 4
22.2°C
72°F
Waves: 0.7m
Comfortable
MonOct 5
21.9°C
71.4°F
Waves: 0.9m
Comfortable
TueOct 6
21.8°C
71.2°F
Waves: 1m
Comfortable
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores).
Confidence: High

Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores) Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores) occurs inJul, Aug, Sep, Oct — peaking at22.7°C (72.9°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
16
Jan
15
Feb
16
Mar
17
Apr
18
May
20
Jun
22
Jul
23
Aug
Current
22
Sep
21
Oct
19
Nov
17
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January14.9°C15.8°C16.7°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February14.5°C15.3°C16.2°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March14.8°C15.7°C16.7°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April15.7°C16.8°C18°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
May17.1°C18.4°C19.8°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
June19°C20.4°C21.9°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
July20.5°C21.9°C23.3°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
August21.3°C22.7°C24.1°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
SeptemberCurrent20.9°C22.2°C23.5°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
October19.4°C20.6°C21.9°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
November17.4°C18.5°C19.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
December15.6°C16.6°C17.6°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Swimming FAQs for Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores)

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores) today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores) this time of year is 22.2°C (72°F) — classified as Comfortable (20°C – 24°C). Pleasant and revitalizing. Great for most beachgoers and active recreational swimming. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores)?

The highest water temperatures in Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores) typically occur duringJul, Aug, Sep, Oct, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores) in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Albufeira (Praia dos Pescadores) average around22.2°C (72.0°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 20.9°C and a maximum of 23.5°C.

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