Algarve travel advice

Explore our complete guide to Algarve with the latest travel advice for travellers and holidaymakers including official updates and local travel tips for the Algarve.

Algarve travel guide - essential info

Below is a beginner's guide to the Algarve with essential travel facts such as dominant language spoken, typical flight time from the UK and the local currency. You can also check whether visas are required and what plug adapter you need to pack.

Algarve - quick facts
Flight time✝ 3 hours
Time difference UK +0 hours
Language(s) Portuguese
Currency Euro
Electricity C + F plug (230V)
Driving side Right

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✝ = Typical flight time from the UK.

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Algarve weather

  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Maximum daytime temperature °C
16°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Albufeira16
16°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Albufeira16
18°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Albufeira18
19°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Albufeira19
22°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Albufeira22
25°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Albufeira25
27°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Albufeira27
28°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Albufeira28
26°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Albufeira26
22°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Albufeira22
19°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Albufeira19
16°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Albufeira16
Hours of sunshine (daily)
Days with some rainfall
9 days with some rainfall in January in Albufeira9
11 days with some rainfall in February in Albufeira11
7 days with some rainfall in March in Albufeira7
9 days with some rainfall in April in Albufeira9
5 days with some rainfall in May in Albufeira5
2 days with some rainfall in June in Albufeira2
1 day with some rainfall in July in Albufeira1
1 day with some rainfall in August in Albufeira1
2 days with some rainfall in September in Albufeira2
8 days with some rainfall in October in Albufeira8
10 days with some rainfall in November in Albufeira10
12 days with some rainfall in December in Albufeira12
Sea temperature °C
16°C sea temperature in January in Albufeira16
15°C sea temperature in February in Albufeira15
15°C sea temperature in March in Albufeira15
16°C sea temperature in April in Albufeira16
17°C sea temperature in May in Albufeira17
19°C sea temperature in June in Albufeira19
20°C sea temperature in July in Albufeira20
21°C sea temperature in August in Albufeira21
20°C sea temperature in September in Albufeira20
19°C sea temperature in October in Albufeira19
18°C sea temperature in November in Albufeira18
17°C sea temperature in December in Albufeira17

The Algarve weather guide shows long term monthly averages for Albufeira.

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Algarve travel advice

Check the latest travel advice on visiting the Algarve from official government sources (in english) from around the world including entry requirements and travel restrictions.

Learn more about the current safety and security risks from terrorism, natural disasters and more. Read about the local laws and customs to consider when travelling around the Algarve.

Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Algarve travel health

Find out more about staying safe when travelling to the Algarve with the latest guidance on required vaccinations and recommended medication to take with you.

Check out the general travel tips for staying safe and healthy in the Algarve, risks of preventable diseases and what to pack.

Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Algarve FAQs

Read our frequently asked questions about travelling to the Algarve including the current entry restrictions, covid rules, driving side, electrical plugs used and much more.

Are there entry restrictions to the Algarve?

Algarve is open for tourism from the UK. There are no special entry requirements for the Algarve.

What is the flight time to the Algarve from the UK?

The flight time to the Algarve from the UK is typically 3 hours.

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What is the time difference between the Algarve and the UK?

The time difference between the Algarve and the UK is UK time+0 hours.

What is the main language spoken in the Algarve?

The main language spoken in the Algarve is Portuguese.

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What is the currency in the Algarve?

The currency in the Algarve is the Euro (EUR).

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Which plugs are used in the Algarve?

Algarve uses electrical plug type C + F (230 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in the Algarve?

They drive on the right side of the road in the Algarve.

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