Alagoa Beach at Porto da Cruz
This live webcam from Madeira offers a real-time window into Porto da Cruz, allowing visitors to virtually explore the natural beauty and current conditions before their physical visit.
Madeira, known as the "Island of Eternal Spring", provides a unique subtropical climate with distinct microclimates across different regions. This webcam captures local weather conditions, people movement, maritime activity, and seasonal changes that characterize this specific area of the island.
About this webcam
Alagoa Beach at Porto da Cruz webcam provides a live view of Porto da Cruz, Madeira. It's handy for checking local conditions, planning a visit and enjoying the scenery in real time. It also helps you gauge visibility and activity on the ground. For visitors and locals, it's a quick way to pick the best time to go.
Use this stream to gauge sea state, wind and beach conditions. Watch water colour, surf height and beach crowding.
While watching the beach live, notice tides, bay orientation and natural shelter from prevailing winds. These local factors explain why the sea looks calm at some times and livelier at others.
Quick facts
- Location: Porto da Cruz, Madeira
- Category: Northeast
- Best time to watch: Morning to afternoon for best surf conditions and light
- Coordinates: 32.7756, -16.8056
Weather Information
Madeira has a mild climate year-round. Use the webcams for real-time conditions (visibility, sea state, wind).
About the area
This page belongs to the Northeast category in Madeira and groups 2 related webcams. Use the category link to explore nearby views and compare conditions.
Madeira offers an impressive diversity of landscapes and microclimates, from volcanic beaches to mountain peaks, subtropical valleys to dramatic cliffs. Each webcam captures the unique characteristics of its location, providing real-time views that help visitors plan activities, check weather conditions, and discover the best times to explore each region of the island.
Quick Tips for Visitors
- Check sea state and visibility via the webcam before heading out.
- Madeira weather changes fast: bring a light jacket.
- Respect signage and local guidance.
About the area
This page belongs to the Northeast category in Madeira and groups 2 related webcams. Use the category link to explore nearby views and compare conditions.
Madeira offers an impressive diversity of landscapes and microclimates, from volcanic beaches to mountain peaks, subtropical valleys to dramatic cliffs. Each webcam captures the unique characteristics of its location, providing real-time views that help visitors plan activities, check weather conditions, and discover the best times to explore each region of the island.
Highlights
- Consistent surf waves
- Black volcanic sand beach
- Dramatic coastal cliffs
- Traditional fishing boats
- Eagle Rock (Penha de Águia) views
Nearby attractions
- Eagle Rock viewpoint
- Traditional sugar cane mill
- Levada walks
- Fishing village
Travel tips
- Wear water shoes for safe entry.
- Bring sun protection and water.
- Check swell before swimming.
Visit Planning
Use this webcam to check current conditions before setting out. Weather conditions in Madeira can vary significantly between regions due to the island's unique microclimates. It's recommended to check multiple webcams to get a complete picture of conditions across different areas of your planned route.