Prainha

Estômbar e Parchal, Algarve, Portugal

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Today's Coastal Conditions

Today's conditions for this stretch of the Algarve coast.

The temperature starts at 21°C this morning, feeling like 24°C. It will rise steadily to 25°C by 11am, then reach 28°C by mid-afternoon. Winds will increase throughout the day, starting at 5 km/h from the west-northwest, gusting 9, and rising to 20 km/h from the northwest by early evening, gusting 37. The sky remains partly cloudy all day. The sea state is calm, with waves staying below 0.4m all day. The UV index peaks at 8, so avoid direct sun exposure between 11am and 3pm.

The ocean is calm, with waves around ankle height, making it ideal for swimming. The water temperature is 17.2°C, so a spring suit is recommended. Conditions are suitable for all swimmers. Snorkelers can expect good visibility in the clear Atlantic water. Divers should note that the water stays cool year-round. Be aware of the increasing winds and waves later in the day.

Morning and late afternoon offer the best conditions for cycling and running, with lighter winds. Surfers and snorkelers should head out early, before winds pick up. Kite sports enthusiasts should wait until mid-afternoon, when winds reach 16 km/h, gusting 30. Note that winds will continue to strengthen into the evening, peaking at 20 km/h, gusting 38. Anglers may find success with the incoming waves and varying wind speeds.

Tomorrow will be mostly clear, with temperatures ranging from 21°C to 27°C. Winds will be up to 25 km/h, gusting 46, coming from the west-northwest. Waves will be slightly higher, up to 0.5m. The UV index remains at 8. Thursday is expected to be clear, with a wider temperature range from 19°C to 29°C. Winds will be up to 23 km/h, gusting 43, also from the west-northwest. Waves will increase slightly to 0.6m. The UV index stays at 8. Both days remain rain-free.

Updated 4 Aug, 06:01

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3-Day Forecast

Nearest official forecast area: Portimão
Tue 4Wed 5Thu 6
Skypartly cloudyclear skyclear sky
Windmoderate NWmoderate NWmoderate N
Max temp30°31°34°
Min temp20°18°17°
Rain0%0%0%
Source: IPMA.

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Bathing-water quality2020Excellent
Blue FlagAwarded 2026✓ Yes
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