Is Praia da Rocha good for swimming today?

Praia da Rocha has BeachFinder Score: 75/100. 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 Rocha today?

20°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.

How windy is Praia da Rocha today?

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

What should I check before swimming at Praia da Rocha?

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 Rocha

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Quick answer: Praia da Rocha today

Praia da Rocha is a BeachFinder spot in PT, PT. Today, compare water temperature 20°C, wind 16 km/h · W, uv 7.7, waves 0.4 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 75/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.

Water temperature

20°C

Wind

16 km/h · W

7.7

Waves

0.4 m

Water quality

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Last updated: Jun 24, 07:45 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 75/100

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

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Updated: Jun 24, 07:45 PM

Water temp

20°C

Air temp

23°C

Feels like

22°C

UV index

7.7

Wind

16 km/h · W

Gust 35 km/h

Waves

0.4 m

Current

1 km/h · SE

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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo

Praia da Rocha

Praia da Rocha is a sandy beach in Portimão, Algarve. It forms a beach and built-up area on the Atlantic, in the southern part of the municipality. At the eastern end is the Fort of Santa Catarina, a 17th-century fortress built to defend the mouth of the Arade, now accessible from the beach or by the road above. The beach also hosts festivals organized in summer on the beach. To choose today, note a very identified spot, urban, with a strong heritage landmark to the east. Nearby beaches include Três Castelos, Vau, Barranco das Canas, João de Arens, and Submarino. Neighboring beaches also provide landmarks to adjust the choice without changing areas.

About this spot

Praia da Rocha is suitable if you want a large beach in Portimão with a clear urban setting and the fort of Santa Catarina as a landmark. For a quieter choice, compare with Três Castelos or Vau based on your access point.

Updated 5/15/2026

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