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 16.81°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.

62.3

°F

April 22, 10:48

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

62.0°F

Tomorrow:

62.5°F

Sunrise:

06:49

Sunset:

20:13

Day Length:

13 h. 24 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 62.3°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 0.8°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming trend. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 64.5°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 58.4°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 62.5°F, while the maximum might reach 63.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Quarteira

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 8	61.5°F	61.1°F	60.9°F
Apr 9	61.7°F	62.2°F	60.8°F
Apr 10	61.3°F	62.2°F	60.9°F
Apr 11	61.4°F	62.4°F	60.9°F
Apr 12	61.5°F	63.1°F	61.3°F
Apr 13	60.7°F	63.2°F	61.1°F
Apr 14	60.3°F	64.1°F	61.2°F
Apr 15	60.1°F	63.9°F	61.6°F
Apr 16	60.4°F	62.8°F	61.5°F
Apr 17	61.3°F	62.7°F	61.9°F
Apr 18	62.0°F	62.4°F	62.1°F
Apr 19	62.3°F	62.4°F	62.0°F
Apr 20	62.0°F	62.0°F	62.1°F
Apr 21	62.0°F	60.8°F	61.7°F
Apr 22	62.3°F	61.2°F	61.4°F
Apr 23	62.5°F	61.2°F	61.7°F
Apr 24	62.7°F	62.3°F	61.8°F
Apr 25	63.0°F	62.3°F	62.2°F
Apr 26	63.2°F	62.7°F	62.4°F
Apr 27	63.4°F	61.9°F	62.6°F
Apr 28	63.3°F	62.7°F	62.5°F
Apr 29	63.1°F	62.3°F	62.2°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 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	61.3°F	24mi
Alvor	61.8°F	27mi
Lagos	61.4°F	32mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Quarteira