Is Praia da Barra good for swimming today?

Praia da Barra has BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.

What is the water temperature at Praia da Barra today?

18°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.

How windy is Praia da Barra today?

4 km/h · N. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.

What should I check before swimming at Praia da Barra?

Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.

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Praia da Barra

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Quick answer: Praia da Barra today

Praia da Barra is a BeachFinder spot in PT, PT. Today, compare water temperature 18°C, wind 4 km/h · N, uv 7.5, waves 0.5 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.

Water temperature

18°C

Wind

4 km/h · N

7.5

Waves

0.5 m

Water quality

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Last updated: Jun 24, 11:15 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 79/100

Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.

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Updated: Jun 24, 11:15 PM

Water temp

18°C

Air temp

19°C

Feels like

21°C

UV index

7.5

Wind

4 km/h · N

Gust 12 km/h

Waves

0.5 m

Current

1 km/h · W

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Praia da Barra

Praia da Barra is a sandy beach on the western coast of Portugal, in the Aveiro district, where the ria of Aveiro meets the sea. Administratively, it is located in the municipality of Ílhavo, parish of Gafanha da Nazaré. To the south, it is adjacent to Praia da Costa Nova do Prado; to the north is Praia de São Jacinto. Dogs and naturism are noted as not allowed, and the Blue Flag status is indicated as yes. This situation between the ria, sea, and nearby beaches provides a clear framework for a day on the Aveiro coast. Nearby spots include Praia da Costa Nova at 1.8 km, Costa Nova do Prado at 2.4 km, and Praia de São Jacinto at 4.5 km.

About this spot

Barra is to be chosen for its very clear position between the ria of Aveiro and the Atlantic. Sand, Blue Flag status noted, dogs not allowed, and proximity to Costa Nova provide the main markers before heading out.

Updated 5/15/2026

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