What is the current water temperature in Quarteira?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Quarteira?

As of now, in Quarteira, the water temperature is 16.15°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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Water temperature in Quarteira

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Quarteira. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.

61.1

°F

April 1, 07:17

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

61.4°F

Tomorrow:

61.2°F

Sunrise:

07:19

Sunset:

19:55

Day Length:

12 h. 36 min.

Quarteira in April

Minimum:

58.1°F

Average:

61.0°F

Maximum:

62.8°F

Sea water temperature in Quarteira today

As of now, in Quarteira, the water temperature is 61.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 61.9°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 58.0°F on 2016.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 61.7°F, with minimum temperature starting at 61.2°F, while the maximum might reach 62.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Quarteira

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 18	58.7°F	59.6°F	59.5°F
Mar 19	58.7°F	59.6°F	59.4°F
Mar 20	58.5°F	59.8°F	59.6°F
Mar 21	58.5°F	60.0°F	59.5°F
Mar 22	58.9°F	59.3°F	59.5°F
Mar 23	59.4°F	59.6°F	59.5°F
Mar 24	61.0°F	59.3°F	59.5°F
Mar 25	60.3°F	59.4°F	59.6°F
Mar 26	60.7°F	60.2°F	59.9°F
Mar 27	61.3°F	59.7°F	59.8°F
Mar 28	61.7°F	59.6°F	60.0°F
Mar 29	62.2°F	60.5°F	60.1°F
Mar 30	62.0°F	61.6°F	60.2°F
Mar 31	61.4°F	61.2°F	60.2°F
Apr 1	61.1°F	59.9°F	59.8°F
Apr 2	61.2°F	60.1°F	60.0°F
Apr 3	61.5°F	61.2°F	60.3°F
Apr 4	61.6°F	60.9°F	60.4°F
Apr 5	61.6°F	61.6°F	60.4°F
Apr 6	61.8°F	61.8°F	60.5°F
Apr 7	61.9°F	61.3°F	60.7°F
Apr 8	62.1°F	61.1°F	60.9°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Quarteira by month

In an average year, Quarteira offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.

The warmest water in Quarteira was recorded on August 17, 2025, reaching a 77.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 12, 2026, dipping to 56.2°F. The average readings by season are 60.5°F in Winter, 61.4°F in Spring, 67.9°F in Summer, and 67.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Santa Luzia	60.8°F	24mi
Alvor	60.9°F	27mi
Lagos	60.8°F	32mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Quarteira