Do you need a wetsuit in Portugal?

The water in Portugal stays pretty cold all year round. This means that you'll need a wetsuit even in summer. In the summer, on the central and northern coast, water temperatures reach a maximum of 18-22°C (65-71°F). You'll need a 3mm long-sleeve shorty or a 3/2mm wetsuit if it's windy.



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For experienced surfers, the best time of year for surfing in Portugal is late winter to early spring, especially between September and April. During these months, swells are definitely more powerful, producing heavy waves measuring around 2– 4.5 meters (6 – 15 feet) that are better left to advanced surfers.

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Best time of the year for learning to surf in Portugal If you're a beginner surfer, the Summer (April – September) offers pleasant weather, warmer water, and small to medium swells. In practice, this translates to more manageable waves, less risk and more fun - perfect for beginners!

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The water in Portugal stays pretty cold all year round. This means that you'll need a wetsuit even in summer. In the summer, on the central and northern coast, water temperatures reach a maximum of 18-22°C (65-71°F). You'll need a 3mm long-sleeve shorty or a 3/2mm wetsuit if it's windy.

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Every year, people drown in the sea and in swimming pools in Portugal. Take care when walking close to the water's edge especially along unsupervised stretches of beaches. Waves can be unpredictable and have a strong undertow.

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Water temperatures throughout the Algarve are fairly uniform in summer, generally fluctuating between 22 and 24 degrees Celsius. However, there may be slight variations from beach to beach due to local factors such as water depth and sun exposure. Water temperatures also vary throughout the day and season.

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It can get really hot here, up to or just over 40ºC. The interior regions are a lot warmer too, and people don't even leave the house around noon. Nights can nice and warm too, but there might be enough humidity in the breeze to make it cool and uncomfortable, in which case you might want to wear a cardigan.

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The ocean currents can be strong and unpredictable. If you plan on swimming, go to beaches with lifeguards and pay attention to the warning flags – green means it's safe to swim, yellow means use caution and stay near the shore, and red means do not enter.

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