Can you swim at Praia Formosa Santa Maria in January? — 15.0°C water
Cool — short dips or a shorty wetsuit
Average sea · January
15.0°C
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
4/3mm fullsuit
mild
Cool. 15.0°C in January means short dips for most people. A 2 mm shorty or 3/2 mm wetsuit transforms the experience.
Monthly averages set expectations, but the specific beach today depends on wind, swell and recent weather. Check the live value at the top of this page or open the Praia Formosa Santa Maria live page for full conditions.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Praia Formosa Santa Maria in January?
Praia Formosa Santa Maria averages 15.0°C in January, based on long-run climatology for the Atlantic Ocean.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Praia Formosa Santa Maria in January?
Not without thermal protection — a wetsuit is recommended at 15.0°C.
Do I need a wetsuit at Praia Formosa Santa Maria in January?
