St. Lawrence Beach, Portugal - Beach Guide, Info, Photos

St. Lawrence Beach is a small, cosy beach known for its natural beauty. The beach is surrounded by cliffs, making it a perfect spot for rock climbing and adventure.

However, the access to the beach is not the easiest, particularly for those with disabilities. It is also important to note that the tide at St. Lawrence Beach comes in quite fast.

The beach is dog-friendly but does not have any facilities.

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What to do at St. Lawrence Beach?

Restaurants

Best restaurants near St. Lawrence Beach include Lourenço, Restaurante Praia da Galé, O Galeão, Market Kitchen Algarve and Paper Moon Algarve.

Visitor Reviews

Visitor reviews highlight the beauty and tranquility of the beach, with its surrounding cliffs and opportunities for rock climbing and adventure. The beach is also appreciated for being dog-friendly. However, some visitors complain about the poor accessibility, especially for those with disabilities.

Where to Stay near St. Lawrence Beach?

Visitors to St. Lawrence Beach often stay in the nearby town of Lagos, which offers a variety of accommodation options and is known for its vibrant nightlife and historical sites. While the beach itself lacks nearby accommodations, many tourists make it a day trip from Lagos or neighboring Albufeira, where they enjoy the local amenities and return for a relaxing evening.

The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.

Where is St. Lawrence Beach?

Latitude: 37.0777829 / Longitude: -8.3116449

St. Lawrence Beach is located in Faro District. The following map of St. Lawrence Beach shows the exact location.

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St. Lawrence Beach: Weather Today

📅 Friday, April 24, 2026

Summary
Full Forecast

Today is a mediocre day for a visit to the beach, as the conditions are better suited for a long walk along the shore rather than lounging or swimming. The air reaches a maximum temperature of 24.1 °C, but with significant cloud cover, it will often feel cooler than the thermometer suggests. Please be aware that the sea temperature is quite chilly at 16.9 °C, making the water unsuitable for swimming. You will also encounter noticeable waves and a steady breeze, which might make relaxing on the sand a bit restless. If you do head out, remember that the sun is still strong with a UV Index of 7.35, so apply protection even through the clouds.

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Air

Low / High	12°C/24.1°C
Feels Like (High)	25.2°C

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Sea

Sea Temperature	16.9 °C
Wave Height	1.1 m

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Rain

Rain Chance	0%
Rainfall	0 mm
Rain Duration	0 h

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Sun

Sunrise / Sunset	06:46/20:15
Sunshine Hours	13.0 hrs
UV Index	7.35
Cloud Cover	62%

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Wind

Speed	15.5 km/h
Gusts	28.1 km/h
Direction	N