Albufeira sea temperatures peak in the range 21 to 23°C (70 to 73°F) on around the 15th of August and are at their coldest on about the 20th of February, in the range 15 to 17°C (59 to 63°F). Albufeira sea temperatures are highest in mid August.
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You can swim in the ocean comfortably from March until October. And in the winter months, you can take long refreshing beach walks. Find out what the weather in the Algarve is like from January until December.
The Portuguese coastline – along with the coastlines of California, South Africa, Western Australia and Peru – is subject to a phenomenon known as upwelling. In simple terms, if the wind blows parallel to the coast, then water from the bottom of the ocean (cold and rich in nutrients) rises and comes to the shoreline.
The graph below shows the range of monthly Albufeira water temperature derived from many years of historical sea surface temperature data. The warmest water temperature is in September with an average around 70°F / 21.1°C.The coldest month is March with an average water temperature of 60.6°F / 15.9°C.
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.
This beach in the east of the Algarve is surrounded by green dunes and offers a peaceful atmosphere. The calm, shallow waters make it an ideal choice for families. It's also a great place to admire the breathtaking sunsets.
Praia dos Coelhos, SétubalThe setting for innumerable films and advertising campaigns, this idyllic, secluded beach on the Arrábida coastline boasts some of the clearest waters you'll likely ever swim in. Though increasingly on the tourist trail, it's still relatively crowd-free.
The city is well-known for its vibrant nightlife and stunning beaches, and it is generally considered to be a safe destination for tourists. The Portuguese police are very active in the area and are quick to respond to any reports of crime.
The most common sightings in Portugal include the big Calpean jellyfish (Rhizostoma luteum), which is a large type of barrel jellyfish with a bell (head) up to 60cm in diameter; The Compass Jellyfish (Chrysaora hysoscella), usually spotted off the south coast (Algarve); The Jelly Blubber (Catostylus tagi), another ...