Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Margaride, Portugal

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Margaride...

Margaride is a coastal city in Portugal. It is a rather small-sized town in proximity to the ocean with a population of 10652 people. The water temperature around Margaride changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 12.9°C (55.2°F) in January up to 19.2°C (66.6°F) in the month of July, as shown in the interactive table below. The average water temperature throughout the year is 15°C (59°F) and the best time for water activities is summer, since Margaride 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 Margaride?

The current water temperature in the month of June in the waters around Margaride is ca:

Are there surf spots near by?

There are not many surf spots in close proximity to Margaride. A spot that might be worth checking out is Azurara, which is 28.3km (17.6miles) away from Margaride. Click here for directions and for more information on Azurara and its water temperature. Other surfspots near Margaride are Mindelo, which is ca 28.3km (17.6miles) away, and praia do rock, located 28.8km (17.9miles) from Margaride.

Are there white sand beaches near by?

There are not many beaches in close proximity to Margaride. A beach that might be worth checking out is Braga, which is just 16.9km (10.5miles) away from Margaride. Another gorgeous beach near Margaride is Porto, 26.6km (16.5miles) away.

What wetsuit thickness is recommended for Margaride?

The sea temperature around Margaride is relatively cold, reaching up to 19°C (67°F) in the months of June, July, and August. During this time, in the summer, a 2-3mm wetsuit might be recommended 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 diving . Nevertheless, during winter, sea temperatures come down to 13°C (55°F). In this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is required to feel comfortable, but some people might even be ok with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be recommended to have a pair of boots and a wetsuit hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing near Margaride?

Due to significant sea temperature changes during the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 13 to 18°C (55-64°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. The conditions change during summer when water temperatures go up to 14 to 19°C (58-67°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Margaride: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Margaride...

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