Coimbra, Portugal
Cantabrian Sea40.12°N, 8.86°WStation PO-COI-PRA

Praia da Cova-Gala Sea Water Temperature

A temperate beach on the Cantabrian Sea, warmest around September at about 18.2°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Praia da Cova-Gala water temperature

18.2
64.8°FCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.

+0°vs Sep avgCantabrian Sea40.12°N, 8.86°W
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
Marine Atmosphere Grid Live Marine Feed
Coastal Air
20°C
67.5°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
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

Open-Meteo ocean model
Today
WedSep 30
18.2°C
64.8°F
Waves: 1m
Refreshing
ThuOct 1
18.5°C
65.3°F
Waves: 0.9m
Refreshing
FriOct 2
18.6°C
65.5°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
SatOct 3
18.5°C
65.3°F
Waves: 0.6m
Refreshing
SunOct 4
18.2°C
64.8°F
Waves: 0.7m
Refreshing
MonOct 5
17.9°C
64.2°F
Waves: 0.9m
Refreshing
TueOct 6
17.8°C
64°F
Waves: 1m
Refreshing
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Praia da Cova-Gala.
Confidence: High

Praia da Cova-Gala Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Praia da Cova-Gala occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at18.2°C (64.8°F) in September.

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

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
14
Jan
14
Feb
14
Mar
15
Apr
16
May
18
Jun
18
Jul
18
Aug
Current
18
Sep
18
Oct
16
Nov
15
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January12.3°C14.2°C16°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
February12.4°C13.8°C15.3°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
March11.8°C13.9°C15.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
April13.4°C15°C16.7°CVery Cold (< 16°C)
May14.2°C16.4°C18.8°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
June15.3°C17.7°C19.3°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
July16.3°C18°C20.4°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
August13.9°C18°C20.5°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
SeptemberCurrent14.9°C18.2°C21.4°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
October15.7°C17.8°C21.4°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
November14.2°C16.3°C18.2°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
December12.5°C15°C16.8°CVery Cold (< 16°C)

Swimming FAQs for Praia da Cova-Gala

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Praia da Cova-Gala today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Praia da Cova-Gala this time of year is 18.2°C (64.8°F) — classified as Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C). Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Praia da Cova-Gala?

The highest water temperatures in Praia da Cova-Gala typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Praia da Cova-Gala in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Praia da Cova-Gala average around18.2°C (64.8°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.9°C and a maximum of 21.4°C.

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