Madeira - Garajau Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 07:47 (Atlantic/Madeira)
Portugal · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 07:47 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
25.3°C
77.5°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
Close to average
The August average in our archive is 25.2°C (77.4°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 1.2°C
Seven-day average: 25.1°C, versus 24.0°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Warm water
Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Madeira - Garajau, monthly averages range from about 21.9°C (71.4°F) in June to 25.2°C (77.4°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Madeira - Garajau has been 24.3°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 20.8°C / 69.4°F | 21.9°C / 71.4°F | 23.1°C / 73.6°F |
| July | 22.2°C / 72.0°F | 23.8°C / 74.9°F | 25.0°C / 77.0°F |
| August | 24.0°C / 75.2°F | 25.2°C / 77.4°F | 25.9°C / 78.6°F |
Profile calculated from 1648 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Madeira - Garajau
Atlantic marine reserve where dusky groupers approach snorkelers in clear water.
- Area
- Madeira
Madeira - Garajau Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Madeira - Garajau today?
The current sea surface temperature in Madeira - Garajau is 25.3°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 24.3°C.
When is the water warmest in Madeira - Garajau?
The warmest monthly average in the Madeira - Garajau archive is August, at around 25.2°C (77.4°F).
When is the water coldest in Madeira - Garajau?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 21.9°C (71.4°F).
Can you swim in Madeira - Garajau today?
At 25.3°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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