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 22.03°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.

71.7

°F

October 19, 07:22

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

71.5°F

Tomorrow:

71.3°F

Sunrise:

07:43

Sunset:

18:51

Day Length:

11 h. 8 min.

Quarteira in October

Minimum:

58.0°F

Average:

60.5°F

Maximum:

62.3°F

Sea water temperature in Quarteira today

As of now, in Quarteira, the water temperature is 71.7°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 3.7°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to fall a bit.

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 71.4°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 63.0°F on 2020.

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 71.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 70.8°F, and the maximum might stay at 71.3°F.

Daily water temperature in Quarteira

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 5	72.6°F	66.7°F	68.0°F
Oct 6	73.5°F	67.9°F	68.2°F
Oct 7	73.5°F	67.9°F	68.4°F
Oct 8	73.0°F	67.9°F	68.6°F
Oct 9	72.8°F	68.0°F	68.7°F
Oct 10	72.3°F	67.7°F	68.6°F
Oct 11	72.2°F	67.7°F	68.5°F
Oct 12	72.0°F	67.8°F	68.6°F
Oct 13	71.4°F	68.4°F	68.2°F
Oct 14	71.5°F	68.8°F	68.4°F
Oct 15	71.3°F	68.5°F	68.4°F
Oct 16	71.3°F	68.3°F	68.0°F
Oct 17	71.3°F	68.8°F	68.1°F
Oct 18	71.5°F	69.4°F	67.8°F
Oct 19	71.7°F	69.2°F	67.9°F
Oct 20	71.3°F	69.0°F	67.5°F
Oct 21	71.2°F	69.7°F	67.5°F
Oct 22	71.3°F	69.3°F	67.6°F
Oct 23	71.0°F	69.6°F	67.3°F
Oct 24	71.0°F	69.7°F	67.3°F
Oct 25	71.0°F	69.6°F	67.2°F
Oct 26	70.8°F	69.5°F	67.1°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 67.2°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Santa Luzia	71.6°F	24mi
Alvor	71.1°F	27mi
Lagos	70.5°F	32mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Quarteira