Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Baixa da Vila Nova, Portugal

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Baixa da Vila Nova...

Baixa da Vila Nova is a surf spot in Portugal. The water temperature around Baixa da Vila Nova changes moderately throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 14.9°C (58.8°F) in March up to 23.5°C (74.3°F) in the month of August, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 18°C (65°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Baixa da Vila Nova is located in the northern hemisphere.
Hover over the bars to see temperature for each month in Celsius and Fahrenheit.

What is the current water temperature at Baixa da Vila Nova?

The current water temperature in the month of December at Baixa da Vila Nova is ca:

Are there any other surf spots close by?

Yes, there are other surf spots in proximity to Baixa da Vila Nova. The nearest one is Praia do Norte, which is only 2.4km (1.5miles) away from Baixa da Vila Nova. Click here for directions and for more information on Praia do Norte and its water temperature. Another surfspot near Baixa da Vila Nova is Baia das Quatro Ribeiras, which is ca 3.1km (2miles) away.

Are there white sand beaches close by?

There are a few other gorgeous beaches close to Baixa da Vila Nova. The closest one is Swimming Area of Santa Cruz, which is 2.3km (1.4miles) away from Baixa da Vila Nova. Another beach near Baixa da Vila Nova is Swimming area of Quatro Ribeiras, which is 5.1km (3.2miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit thickness is needed for Baixa da Vila Nova?

The sea temperature at Baixa da Vila Nova is warm, reaching up to 24°C (74°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a light top or a jumpsuit might be required to stay in the water for a significant amount of time, but some might even be fine without a wetsuit for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving at Baixa da Vila Nova. However, during February, March, and April, water temperatures drop down to roughly 15°C (59°F). During this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to be able to stay in the water for extended hours, but some might even be ok with a good 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be better to bring a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing close to Baixa da Vila Nova?

Due to significant temperature changes during the year, diving and fishing conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 15 to 20°C (59-68°F) during spring. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during July, August, and September when temperatures range from 19 to 24°C (65-74°F). Fish which like to hang out in waters of this temperature range include: Bigeye Tuna, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Spotted Seatrout, and White Marlin.

Directions to Baixa da Vila Nova: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Baixa da Vila Nova...

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