Is Praia da Boca do Rio good for swimming today?
Praia da Boca do Rio has BeachFinder Score: 66/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Praia da Boca do Rio today
Praia da Boca do Rio is a BeachFinder spot in PT, PT. Today, compare water temperature 17°C, wind 19 km/h · N, uv 7.8, waves 0.8 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 66/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
17°C
Wind
19 km/h · N
UV
7.8
Waves
0.8 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 12, 12:45 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 66/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Aug 12, 12:45 AM
Water temp
17°C
Air temp
21°C
Feels like
21°C
UV index
7.8
Wind
19 km/h · N
Gust 36 km/h
Waves
0.8 m
Current
1 km/h · S
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Praia da Boca do Rio
Boca do Rio Beach is a sandy beach located in Budens, in the municipality of Vila do Bispo, Algarve. It is situated west of the Forte de São Luís de Almádena, between Praia da Salema and Praia de Almádena. The area also features a Roman archaeological setting, with remains of frescoes, mosaics, baths, warehouses, and an installation related to the salting and preserving of fish. To choose this spot, note a sandy shore between two neighboring beaches, with Salema, Almádena, and Burgau as landmarks. No specific beach services are indicated; the outing is therefore prepared mainly around access, landscape, and nearby alternatives. Neighboring beaches provide fallback options if access, space, or atmosphere are not suitable.
About this spot
Boca do Rio stands out for its position between Salema and Almádena and for the historical setting noted in the area. For a beach day, compare it mainly with Almádena and Burgau, which are close on the same coast. Neighboring beaches offer another option without significantly extending the journey.
Updated 5/15/2026
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What is the water temperature at Praia da Boca do Rio today?
17°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Praia da Boca do Rio today?
19 km/h · N. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Praia da Boca do Rio?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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