Can I swim at Praia da Calheta right now?

The sea at Praia da Calheta is currently 22.6°C — great swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find the water comfortable when it's above 22°C; below 18°C feels fresh and a wetsuit is recommended.

What will the sea temperature be at Praia da Calheta next week?

Based on long-term June averages and the latest marine model, expect the sea around Praia da Calheta to sit close to 19.7°C over the next 7 days. Check the live 7-day chart above for the exact daily outlook.

When is the best month to swim at Praia da Calheta?

July – August – September are typically the warmest months to swim at Praia da Calheta, with sea temperatures at their seasonal peak.

Do I need a wetsuit at Praia da Calheta?

With water currently at 22.6°C: above 22°C no wetsuit needed; 18–22°C a shorty is comfortable for long swims; 14–18°C a 3/2mm full suit; below 14°C a 4/3mm or thicker.

Portugal

Madeira · Atlantic Ocean

Praia da Calheta

Atlantic island beach near Calheta.

Pleasant water with a moderate swell and glassy wind — good swimming conditions.

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Sea temperature now

22.6°Cwarm

Good

Updated just now · Source: Open-Meteo Marine

Air temperature

24.0°C

Wave height

1.0 m

Wind

2.3 km/h

UV index

3.5 UV index

Location

Praia da Calheta on the map, with nearby beaches and live sea temperatures.

7-day forecast

Water, air, waves, wind and UV outlook for the week ahead.

Wetsuit recommendation

Rash vest or swimsuit

At 22.6°C most swimmers and surfers are comfortable in a swimsuit or thin rash top.

Surf & watersports

Warm summer-Mediterranean range. A UV-rated rash vest adds sun protection without restricting your stroke. Children and slim swimmers may prefer a thin 1.5mm shorty for sessions over 45 minutes.

Open-water swimming

Comfortable for unlimited swim duration; rash vest cuts UV and chafing.

Recommendation tuned for Praia da Calheta's current water temperature. Individual tolerance, wind chill, and session length all matter — when in doubt, size up.

Quick answer

Can I swim at Praia da Calheta today?

The sea is currently 22.6°C — good swimming conditions. Most swimmers will find it pleasant.

Key takeaways

• Located in Madeira, Portugal (Atlantic Ocean).
• Family friendly with calm, accessible water.
• Live data refreshed hourly from Open-Meteo Marine.

Monthly sea temperature averages

Tap any month to see what to expect — based on regional climatology.

Jan15°C Feb14°C Mar15°C Apr16°C May17°C Jun19°C Jul20°C Aug21°C Sep21°C Oct19°C Nov18°C Dec16°C

14°C → 21°C· Current month outlined· “Best” = within 2°C of the annual peak

Year-round sea temperature

Best swim months: Jul – Aug – Sep

Month	Sea	Comfort
Jan	15°C	Bracing
Feb	14°C	Bracing
Mar	15°C	Bracing
Apr	16°C	Bracing
May	17°C	Bracing
Jun	19°C	Pleasant
Jul	20°C	Pleasant
Aug ⭐	21°C	Pleasant
Sep	21°C	Pleasant
Oct	19°C	Pleasant
Nov	18°C	Pleasant
Dec	16°C	Bracing

Can you swim here? — Praia da Calheta