As of 8 September 2026 there is no active tsunami warning for Portugal, and no tsunami alerts are active anywhere in the world. The strongest earthquake near Portugal in the last 30 days was magnitude 3.5; a tsunami usually needs a shallow offshore quake of about magnitude 7 or more. Alerts come from the Pacific and US National Tsunami Warning Centers and GDACS.
Active tsunami warnings for Portugal
All clear - no active tsunami warning for Portugal
No tsunami alerts are active anywhere in the world right now. We monitor GDACS and the US National Weather Service continuously and will show any new alert here the moment it is issued. Get instant tsunami alerts with the QuakeMate app.
Recent tsunami bulletins for Portugal
No tsunami bulletins have been issued for Portugal in the period we hold. That is normal: most coastlines go long stretches without one.
What warning, watch and advisory meanPortugal's coastline lies near the active Africa-Eurasia plate boundary, where earthquakes and landslides can generate tsunamis - as seen historically in the Mediterranean and eastern Atlantic. The strongest recent earthquake near Portugal was M 3.5 near AZORES-CAPE ST. VINCENT RIDGE.
Use this page to check whether there is a tsunami warning in Portugal today, see the current tsunami risk and recent offshore earthquakes, and understand what to do if a warning is issued. For instant tsunami and earthquake alerts in Portugal the moment they happen, the free QuakeMate tsunami & earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications.
Tsunami alert levels
Three levels, and they do not mean the same thing. Full explanation of tsunami warnings, watches and advisories.
Dangerous coastal flooding and powerful currents likely. Move to high ground or inland now.
A tsunami is possible. Stay alert and be ready to act.
Strong currents or waves dangerous near the water. Stay away from the coast.
Tsunamis in Portugal: FAQ
Is there a tsunami warning in Portugal right now?
No. There is no active tsunami warning for Portugal right now, and no tsunami alerts are active anywhere in the world in the feeds QuakeMate tracks (GDACS and the US NWS). This page updates automatically.
Can earthquakes near Portugal cause a tsunami?
Portugal's coastline lies near the active Africa-Eurasia plate boundary, where earthquakes and landslides can generate tsunamis - as seen historically in the Mediterranean and eastern Atlantic. Large, shallow offshore earthquakes (roughly M7+) are the main tsunami trigger.
Has there been a tsunami in Portugal?
Portugal's coastline lies near the active Africa-Eurasia plate boundary, where earthquakes and landslides can generate tsunamis - as seen historically in the Mediterranean and eastern Atlantic. Historically, tsunamis have affected this region after major offshore earthquakes. This page tracks the live alert status and recent offshore quakes so you can see current tsunami risk for Portugal.
What should I do during a tsunami warning in Portugal?
If a tsunami warning is issued for Portugal, move immediately to high ground or far inland, away from the coast, rivers and harbours, and follow official local guidance - do not wait to see the wave. The QuakeMate app can alert you the moment a warning is issued near you.
Where do tsunami warnings for Portugal come from?
QuakeMate aggregates the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, the US National Tsunami Warning Center, and the global GDACS system. Local agencies issue the official guidance.
Is there a tsunami alert app for Portugal?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time tsunami warnings and major-earthquake alerts for Portugal, with a live map of offshore activity. Download it at quakemate.app/download.
Other hazards in Portugal
Tsunami & earthquake alerts for Portugal
QuakeMate sends real-time alerts for major earthquakes and tsunami warnings near you - free on iOS.