Best Time to Dive in Portugal
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Monthly diving conditions in Portugal
Best time: Aug–Oct
J16°
F16°
M16°
A17°
M17°
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S★20°
O★20°
N19°
D17°
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| Month | Temp (°C) | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | Poor |
| February | 16°C | Poor |
| March | 16°C | Poor |
| April | 17°C | Poor |
| May | 17°C | Poor |
| June | 19°C | Poor |
| July | 20°C | Fair |
| AugustPeak | 21°C | Fair |
| SeptemberPeak | 20°C | Fair |
| OctoberPeak | 20°C | Fair |
| November | 19°C | Poor |
| December | 17°C | Poor |
Shoulder season
June, July, November offer good diving conditions with fewer crowds and often lower prices.
When to avoid
January, February, March, April, May, December typically bring more challenging conditions - reduced visibility and rougher seas.