Praia de Fornelos Sea Water Temperature
A temperate beach on the Cantabrian Sea, warmest around August at about 18°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.
Praia de Fornelos water temperature
Invigorating and crisp. Tolerable for active swimming, but chilly for prolonged casual bathing.
7-Day Water Temperature Forecast
Praia de Fornelos Monthly Water Temperature Averages
Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Praia de Fornelos occurs inJuly, August, September, October — peaking at18°C (64.4°F) in August.
Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)
Hover a bar for detailsFull 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
| Month | Min Water Temp | Average Water Temp | Max Water Temp | Swimming Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.7°C | 13.8°C | 15.5°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| February | 12.3°C | 13.2°C | 14.7°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| March | 11.9°C | 13.2°C | 14.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| April | 12.8°C | 13.6°C | 14.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| May | 12.7°C | 14.8°C | 17.4°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| June | 13.4°C | 15.8°C | 17.1°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| July | 14.8°C | 17°C | 18.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| August | 14.7°C | 18°C | 20.4°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| SeptemberCurrent | 14.7°C | 17.3°C | 19.5°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| October | 15.1°C | 17.2°C | 19.9°C | Cool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C) |
| November | 13.6°C | 15.7°C | 17.3°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
| December | 13.2°C | 14.5°C | 16.8°C | Very Cold (< 16°C) |
Swimming FAQs for Praia de Fornelos
Is the sea warm enough to swim in Praia de Fornelos today?
Typical sea surface temperature in Praia de Fornelos this time of year is 17.3°C (63.1°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 de Fornelos?
The highest water temperatures in Praia de Fornelos typically occur duringJuly, August, September, October, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.
What is the typical water temperature in Praia de Fornelos in September?
Historically in September, water temperatures in Praia de Fornelos average around17.3°C (63.1°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 14.7°C and a maximum of 19.5°C.