Is Praia de Galapinhos good for swimming today?
Praia de Galapinhos has BeachFinder Score: 79/100. 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 Galapinhos today
Praia de Galapinhos is a BeachFinder spot in PT, PT. Today, compare water temperature 19°C, wind 2 km/h · S, uv 7.7, waves 0.4 m, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 79/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
Water temperature
19°C
Wind
2 km/h · S
UV
7.7
Waves
0.4 m
Water quality
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Last updated: Aug 11, 01:45 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: Aug 11, 01:45 PM
Water temp
19°C
Air temp
28°C
Feels like
33°C
UV index
7.7
Wind
2 km/h · S
Gust 16 km/h
Waves
0.4 m
Current
0 km/h · SE
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Weather and marine data: Open-Meteo
Praia de Galapinhos
Galapinhos Beach is a sandy beach in Setúbal, in the Serra da Arrábida, located at 38.48364, -8.96793. Access is indicated as allowed. It is part of the Arrábida Natural Park and was voted the best European beach in 2017 by European Best Destinations. The description mentions calm and clear waters; do not infer anything else about the current water quality. Its immediate environment is rich in small beaches: Coelhos Beach at 0.2 km, Monte Branco Beach at 0.3 km, Galápos Beach at 0.4 km, Monte Branco Beach at 0.5 km, and Creiro Beach around 1 km. The choice can therefore be made finely according to the access of the day.
About this spot
Galapinhos is an option in Arrábida to compare almost on-site with Coelhos, Monte Branco, Galápos, and Creiro. The sand, natural setting, and proximity of alternatives are its most useful markers for deciding today.
Updated 5/15/2026
Frequently asked questions
What is the water temperature at Praia de Galapinhos today?
19°C. Marine temperature is shown when forecast coverage is available for this location.
How windy is Praia de Galapinhos 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 Galapinhos?
Check official safety flags, lifeguard advice, closures, water-quality advisories, UV, wind, waves and currents before entering the water.
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