Where is the sea coldest in Algarve in October?

Praia da Falésia in Portugal has the coldest sea in Algarve in October, averaging about 19.0 °C. Praia da Rocha (19.0 °C) and Praia de Benagil are the next coolest.

How many beaches in Algarve are warm enough to swim in October?

None of the top 25 ranked beaches in Algarve reach 22 °C in October, so a wetsuit is recommended for anything longer than a quick dip.

How are these October sea temperatures calculated?

Each figure is a long-term monthly average sea surface temperature for that location, so it reflects a typical October rather than today's reading. Open a beach page for the live water temperature and 7-day forecast.

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Coldest sea temperature in Algarve in October

Where the sea is coolest across Algarve during October, ranked by long-term monthly average water temperature. Praia da Falésia (Algarve, Portugal) is the coolest at around 19°C. Open any spot for today's live water temperature and a 7-day swim forecast.

1
Praia da Falésia
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
2
Praia da Rocha
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
3
Praia de Benagil
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
4
Praia da Luz
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
5
Praia de Tavira
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
6
Praia de Quarteira
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
7
Praia de Alvor
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
8
Praia de Odeceixe
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
9
Burgau Beach
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
10
Praia da Salema
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
11
Praia da Figueira
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
12
Praia do Zavial
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
13
Praia do Beliche
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
14
Praia do Barranco
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
15
Praia da Marinha Rica
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
16
Praia de Vale de Centeanes
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
17
Praia dos Olhos de Agua
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
18
Praia da Rocha Baixinha
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
19
Praia do Trafal
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
20
Praia do Ancao
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
21
Praia de Cabanas
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
22
Praia da Manta Rota
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
23
Praia de Monte Gordo
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
24
Praia da Alagoa
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average
25
Ilha da Culatra
Algarve · Portugal · Atlantic Ocean
Mild — fine for a swim, cool at first
19°C
October average

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Algarve in October — frequently asked questions

Where is the sea coldest in Algarve in October?: Praia da Falésia in Portugal has the coldest sea in Algarve in October, averaging about 19.0 °C. Praia da Rocha (19.0 °C) and Praia de Benagil are the next coolest.
How many beaches in Algarve are warm enough to swim in October?: None of the top 25 ranked beaches in Algarve reach 22 °C in October, so a wetsuit is recommended for anything longer than a quick dip.
How are these October sea temperatures calculated?: Each figure is a long-term monthly average sea surface temperature for that location, so it reflects a typical October rather than today's reading. Open a beach page for the live water temperature and 7-day forecast.

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