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 20.64°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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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.

69.2

°F

November 1, 16:41

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

69.0°F

Tomorrow:

69.2°F

Sunrise:

06:56

Sunset:

17:35

Day Length:

10 h. 39 min.

Quarteira in November

Minimum:

58.4°F

Average:

60.7°F

Maximum:

62.2°F

Sea water temperature in Quarteira today

As of now, in Quarteira, the water temperature is 69.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 2.6°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is slightly lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 69.4°F on 2017, while the historical minimum was 64.2°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 68.4°F, the minimum temperature may reach 67.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 69.2°F.

Daily water temperature in Quarteira

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 18	69.4°F	66.6°F	67.7°F
Oct 19	69.2°F	66.3°F	67.8°F
Oct 20	69.0°F	66.1°F	67.5°F
Oct 21	69.7°F	66.3°F	67.4°F
Oct 22	69.3°F	66.5°F	67.6°F
Oct 23	69.6°F	66.7°F	67.4°F
Oct 24	69.7°F	67.1°F	67.4°F
Oct 25	69.6°F	67.4°F	67.3°F
Oct 26	69.5°F	66.8°F	67.2°F
Oct 27	69.1°F	66.3°F	67.2°F
Oct 28	69.9°F	65.9°F	67.2°F
Oct 29	69.1°F	65.9°F	67.2°F
Oct 30	68.9°F	65.9°F	67.1°F
Oct 31	69.0°F	65.1°F	66.9°F
Nov 1	69.2°F	65.3°F	66.6°F
Nov 2	69.2°F	65.2°F	66.6°F
Nov 3	69.0°F	65.4°F	66.4°F
Nov 4	68.6°F	65.2°F	66.1°F
Nov 5	68.1°F	65.1°F	65.5°F
Nov 6	68.2°F	65.7°F	65.6°F
Nov 7	68.0°F	66.0°F	65.4°F
Nov 8	67.8°F	65.7°F	65.2°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 14, 2018, dipping to 56.6°F. The average readings by season are 60.6°F in Winter, 61.4°F in Spring, 68.0°F in Summer, and 67.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Santa Luzia	69.3°F	24mi
Alvor	67.9°F	27mi
Lagos	67.2°F	32mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Quarteira