Porto Santo Sea Temperature
Updated Sat 07:47 (Atlantic/Madeira)
Portugal · Forecast updated Aug 8, 2026, 07:47 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
24.7°C
76.5°F
Mild water
Versus this month's average
0.3°C above
The August average in our archive is 24.4°C (75.9°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 1.4°C
Seven-day average: 24.2°C, versus 22.8°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Mild water
A rash guard is useful; cold-sensitive snorkelers may prefer a shorty wetsuit.
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 Porto Santo, monthly averages range from about 20.9°C (69.6°F) in June to 24.4°C (75.9°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Porto Santo has been 23.3°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 19.6°C / 67.3°F | 20.9°C / 69.6°F | 22.7°C / 72.9°F |
| July | 21.6°C / 70.9°F | 22.9°C / 73.3°F | 24.0°C / 75.2°F |
| August | 23.1°C / 73.6°F | 24.4°C / 75.9°F | 25.3°C / 77.5°F |
Profile calculated from 1647 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Porto Santo
Golden-sand island near Madeira with calm, clear Atlantic shallows.
- Area
- Madeira
Porto Santo Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Porto Santo today?
The current sea surface temperature in Porto Santo is 24.7°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 23.3°C.
When is the water warmest in Porto Santo?
The warmest monthly average in the Porto Santo archive is August, at around 24.4°C (75.9°F).
When is the water coldest in Porto Santo?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 20.9°C (69.6°F).
Can you swim in Porto Santo today?
At 24.7°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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