Praia de Santa Bárbara vs Praia do Populo

Side-by-side sea temperature, swim score and wave conditions. The two beaches sit roughly 9 km apart.

Ribeira Grande, Portugal

Praia de Santa Bárbara

Monthly average 21.0°C
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Sao Miguel, Portugal

Praia do Populo

Monthly average 21.0°C
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Which beach should I pick?

In August, Praia de Santa Bárbara averages 21.0°C and Praia do Populo averages 21.0°C. The two beaches are 9 km apart on the Atlantic Ocean.

For families, Praia do Populo is the safer pick — shallow, calm and accessible.

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