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SUP in Portugal
3 SUP spots in Portugal. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for SUP.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for SUP in Portugal: June–July, October–November. Then water around 18°C (4/3 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Lagos – Meia Praia, Peniche – Baleal & Lagoa de Óbidos.
- For beginners: Lagos – Meia Praia, Peniche – Baleal & Lagoa de Óbidos.
Regions
Lagos – Meia PraiaAlgarve, Portugal · best OctoberBeginner-friendly · 18°C water in season, 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ PRM 8 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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Peniche – BalealLeiria, Portugal · best April–OctoberBeginner-friendly · 17°C water in season, 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ LIS 68 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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Lagoa de ÓbidosLeiria, Portugal · best May–SeptemberBeginner-friendly · 17°C water in season, 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ LIS 72 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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Best time to go →Water: average sea surface temperature.
Month by month in Portugal
| Month | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 16°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 17°C |
| MarchMar | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 17°C |
| AprilApr | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 20°C |
| MayMay | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 21°C |
| JuneJun | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 24°C |
| JulyJul | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 26°C |
| AugustAug | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 26°C |
| SeptemberSep | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 24°C |
| OctoberOct | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 23°C |
| NovemberNov | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| DecemberDec | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 16°C |
Averages of the 3 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for SUP in Portugal?
Best time for SUP in Portugal: June–July, October–November. Then water around 18°C (4/3 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Portugal?
It depends on the month: about 18°C water in October (4/3 wetsuit) and about 15°C in March (5/4 wetsuit and boots).
Is Portugal good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Lagos – Meia Praia, Peniche – Baleal & Lagoa de Óbidos.
Which airport is closest?
Portimão Airport (PRM), 8 km from Lagos – Meia Praia; Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS), 68 km from Peniche – Baleal.
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