Praia da Amora
Praia da Amora is a clothing-optional beach in Azores, Portugal. The sea is warmest in August at about 23°C (74°F) and coolest in March (16°C (61°F)). Average air temperatures peak in August at 23°C (73°F), and the best time to visit is July to September.
Weather and water temperature at Praia da Amora
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 17°C | 67 mm |
| February | 15°C | 16°C | 60 mm |
| March | 15°C | 16°C | 67 mm |
| April | 16°C | 17°C | 55 mm |
| May | 17°C | 18°C | 41 mm |
| June | 19°C | 20°C | 26 mm |
| July (best) | 22°C | 22°C | 17 mm |
| August (best) | 23°C | 23°C | 27 mm |
| September (best) | 22°C | 23°C | 52 mm |
| October | 20°C | 21°C | 77 mm |
| November | 18°C | 19°C | 67 mm |
| December | 17°C | 18°C | 101 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: 37.72452, -25.35004 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in Portugal?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Frequently asked questions
Is Praia da Amora clothing optional?
Praia da Amora is listed as "clothing optional" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. NudistMap has not yet verified this status in person. You can check what applies in Portugal before you go.
When is the best time to visit Praia da Amora?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are July to September. July averages 22°C (71°F) and January 16°C (61°F).
How warm is the water at Praia da Amora?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 16°C (61°F) to 23°C (74°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=allowed). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.