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Water temperature in Chaniá

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Chaniá. The trend over the last two weeks, daily averages, and precise forecast of the water temperature changes. Gain a deeper understanding of seasonal dynamics with monthly statistical analyses covering recent years.
Sea temperature in Chaniá now

67.0

°F

December 15, 23:55

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

67.6°F

Tomorrow:

67.0°F

Sunrise:

07:26

Sunset:

17:12

Day Length:

9 h. 46 min.

Chaniá in December

Minimum:

61.3°F

Average:

62.4°F

Maximum:

64.1°F

Sea water temperature in Chaniá today

As of now, in Chaniá, the water temperature is 67.0°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool. Today's reading is 1.3°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. The sea temperature remains approximately unchanged from yesterday. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is considerably lower than the average registered over the last two weeks, indicating a slight cooling trend. It is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 68.1°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 64.9°F on 2021.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 66.5°F, the minimum temperature may reach 66.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 67.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Chaniá

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Dec 1 69.3°F 66.2°F 67.7°F
Dec 2 69.2°F 66.4°F 67.5°F
Dec 3 69.0°F 66.4°F 67.3°F
Dec 4 68.5°F 66.2°F 67.2°F
Dec 5 68.2°F 66.3°F 66.9°F
Dec 6 68.1°F 66.2°F 66.9°F
Dec 7 68.4°F 66.1°F 66.8°F
Dec 8 68.1°F 66.0°F 66.7°F
Dec 9 67.8°F 66.1°F 66.7°F
Dec 10 67.5°F 65.8°F 66.4°F
Dec 11 67.6°F 65.5°F 66.3°F
Dec 12 67.5°F 65.8°F 66.2°F
Dec 13 67.4°F 65.5°F 66.2°F
Dec 14 67.6°F 65.7°F 66.1°F
Dec 15 67.0°F 65.5°F 65.8°F
Dec 16 67.0°F 65.9°F 65.7°F
Dec 17 66.8°F 65.3°F 65.5°F
Dec 18 66.6°F 65.7°F 65.4°F
Dec 19 66.5°F 65.2°F 65.2°F
Dec 20 66.3°F 65.4°F 65.0°F
Dec 21 66.3°F 65.6°F 65.0°F
Dec 22 66.0°F 65.2°F 64.7°F

* actual - actual temperature values

** forecast - projected values for the next week

Real-time coastal temperatures could deviate by several degrees from the provided readings. These deviations often become evident following intense rainfall or strong winds.

Our forecasting methodology leverages a mathematical model, that uses current water and weather conditions, historical records, wind intensity and direction.

Sea water temperature in Chaniá by month

In Chaniá, the months June through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 128 swimming days.
The warmest water in Chaniá was recorded on July 27, 2023, reaching a 83.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 20, 2019, dipping to 59.1°F. The average readings by season are 62.7°F in Winter, 63.2°F in Spring, 77.7°F in Summer, and 74.0°F in Autumn.