Is Praia do Caniçal good for swimming today?
Praia do Caniçal has BeachFinder Score: 69/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Praia do Caniçal today
Praia do Caniçal is a BeachFinder spot in PT, PT. Today, compare water temperature 16°C, wind 7 km/h · N, uv 5.5, waves 1.7 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 69/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
16°C
Wind
7 km/h · N
UV
5.5
Waves
1.7 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Sep 27, 08:15 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 69/100
Sources: Open-Meteo weather and marine forecasts, OpenStreetMap place context and BeachFinder spot data.
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Updated: Sep 27, 08:15 AM
Water temp
16°C
Air temp
19°C
Feels like
20°C
UV index
5.5
Wind
7 km/h · N
Gust 17 km/h
Waves
1.7 m
Current
0 km/h · SW
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Praia do Caniçal
Praia do Caniçal is a Portuguese beach located at 39.28078, -9.33659, with a surface indicated as sandy. Check the services, lifeguard presence, and local conditions before heading out. This area is suitable for an outing where you want to keep several options close rather than settle on a single access point. The name may be useful to search as is before leaving, especially to confirm the final route, the day's conditions, and any local rules. If you hesitate, Praia do Areal is 2.4 km away and Praia dos Frades is 3 km away, also offering points of comparison in the same perimeter.
About this spot
Praia do Caniçal is especially interesting for its position in a string of closely spaced beaches. The sandy surface and proximity to Paimogo, Vale de Frades, and Areia Branca make it an option to compare on-site, depending on access and conditions observed on the day.
Updated 5/15/2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the water temperature at Praia do Caniçal today?
16°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Praia do Caniçal today?
7 km/h · N. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
What should I check before swimming at Praia do Caniçal?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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