Sea temperatures, water sports and vacation activities near Vilar de Andorinho, Portugal

Water temperatures throughout the year and general information about Vilar de Andorinho...

Vilar de Andorinho is a coastal city in Portugal. It is a rather small-sized town close to the water with a population of 18944 people. The water temperature around Vilar de Andorinho changes slightly throughout the year. The temperature ranges from 11.8°C (53.2°F) in January up to 17.6°C (63.6°F) in the month of September, 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 early fall, since Vilar de Andorinho 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 Vilar de Andorinho?

The current water temperature in the month of September near Vilar de Andorinho is ca:

Are there surf spots in close proximity to Vilar de Andorinho?

Yes, there are a few surf spots close to Vilar de Andorinho. The closest one is Praia da Sereia, which is 3.7km (4.2miles) away from Vilar de Andorinho. Click here for directions and for more information on Praia da Sereia and its water temperature. Other fun surfspots near Vilar de Andorinho are Matosinhos, which is ca 6.7km (4.2miles) away, and Espinho, located ca 7.3km (4.5miles) from Vilar de Andorinho.

Are there white sand beaches close to Vilar de Andorinho?

There are several other nice beaches in close proximity to Vilar de Andorinho. The closest one is Vila Nova de Gaia, which is 1.4km (0.9miles) away from Vilar de Andorinho. Another beach near Vilar de Andorinho is Porto, which is roughly 3.9km (2.4miles) away.

What kind of wetsuit is recommended for Vilar de Andorinho?

The sea temperature around Vilar de Andorinho is relatively cold, reaching up to 18°C (64°F) in the months of August, September, and October. During this time, in the early fall, a 3/2 wetsuit might be recommended to be in the water for more than half an hour, but some might even be ok with a jumpsuit or even a wetsuit top for surfing, swimming, snorkelling, or scuba diving . Nevertheless, during winter, water temperatures reach lows of nearly 12°C (53°F). In this season, a 3-4mm wetsuit is recommended to feel comfortable, but some might even be fine with a good-quality 2/3mm suit . For very windy conditions and cold mornings/evenings, it might be advisable to have a pair of boots and a hoodie.

How is the diving and fishing close to Vilar de Andorinho?

Due to significant temperature changes throughout the year, fishing and Scuba diving conditions vary a lot depending on the time of the year. The temperature ranges from 12 to 17°C (53-62°F) during winter. Atlantic Mackerel, Winter Flounder, and Tautog love this temperature range. Nevertheless, the conditions normally change during fall when water temperatures go up to 13 to 18°C (55-64°F). Fish that love this water temperature include: Red Snapper, Skipjack Tuna, Striped Bass, and Weakfish.

Directions to Vilar de Andorinho: How do I get there?

Please follow the directions in the map below.

Fun facts about Vilar de Andorinho...

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