Is Praia de Albarquel good for swimming today?
Praia de Albarquel has BeachFinder Score: 82/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Praia de Albarquel today
Praia de Albarquel is a BeachFinder spot in PT, PT. Today, compare water temperature 19°C, wind 2 km/h · S, uv 7.8, waves 0.5 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 82/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
19°C
Wind
2 km/h · S
UV
7.8
Waves
0.5 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 11, 04:00 PM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 82/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 11, 04:00 PM
Water temp
19°C
Air temp
29°C
Feels like
34°C
UV index
7.8
Wind
2 km/h · S
Gust 16 km/h
Waves
0.5 m
Current
1 km/h · SE
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Praia de Albarquel
Praia de Albarquel is a sandy beach in Setúbal, located about 0.5 km from the city, at the foot of the Serra da Arrábida. It is 300 m long and is situated in a bay with a view of the Tróia peninsula and the city. The shore is described as a wide area, bordered to the west by an unusual cliff rock outcrop, and to the east by a pier and the Forte de Albarquel. Supervision is indicated. There are also two kiosks, a restaurant, and a summer terrace. For activities, the area is described as suitable for swimming, boating, windsurfing, and kitesurfing. Praia de Tróia is listed at 2.2 km away.
About this spot
Albarquel combines proximity to Setúbal, sand, indicated supervision, and a view towards Tróia. Its bay format, between cliffs, pier, and fort, makes it clear for an outing where you want to stay close to the city without leaving the Arrábida setting.
Updated 5/15/2026
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What is the water temperature at Praia de Albarquel today?
19°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Praia de Albarquel today?
2 km/h · S. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Praia de Albarquel?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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