Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Culatra, Portugal
Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Culatra...
Culatra is an island in Portugal.
It is part of the Algarve islands island group.
The water temperature around Culatra changes moderately throughout the year.
The temperature ranges from 14.8°C (58.7°F) in January up to 19.9°C (67.7°F) in the month of August, as illustrated below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 17°C (63°F) and the best time for water activities is late summer, since Culatra 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 near Culatra?
The current water temperature in the month of January near Culatra is about:
15°C (59°F)
Are there surf spots near Culatra?
Yes, there are several surf spots close to Culatra. The nearest one is Ilha do farol, which is just 2.1km (1.8miles) away from Culatra.
Click here for directions and for more information on Ilha do farol and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Culatra are
Ilha Deserta, which is ca 2.9km (1.8miles) away, and
Praia de Faro, located ca 8.6km (5.4miles) from Culatra.
Are there beaches close by?
Yes, there are several other gorgeous beaches close to Culatra. The closest one is
Faro Algarve, which is 5.3km (3.3miles) away from Culatra. Another beautiful beach near Culatra is
Praia da Ilha de Tavira, which is 10.7km (6.7miles) away.
Which wetsuit thickness do I need for Culatra?
The water temperature around Culatra is relatively cold, reaching up to 20°C (68°F) in the months of July, August, and September. During this time, in the late summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be required to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some people might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during winter, temperatures drop down to nearly 15°C (59°F). During this time, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very chilly conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots and a hoodie.
How is the scuba diving and fishing close to Culatra?
Due to comparatively large 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 winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions change during summer when sea temperatures range from 15 to 20°C (59-68°F). Fish which love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.
Directions to Culatra: How do I get there?
Please follow the directions in the map below.
