What is the current water temperature in Irákleion?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Irákleion?

As of now, in Irákleion, the water temperature is 19.02°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is seen as relatively warm and enjoyable for some individuals, although many might find it slightly too cool.

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Water temperature in Irákleion

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Irákleion. 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.

66.2

°F

December 15, 00:14

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

66.4°F

Tomorrow:

66.0°F

Sunrise:

07:21

Sunset:

17:08

Day Length:

9 h. 47 min.

Irákleion in December

Minimum:

61.3°F

Average:

62.6°F

Maximum:

64.3°F

Sea water temperature in Irákleion today

As of now, in Irákleion, the water temperature is 66.2°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 0.8°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 fall a bit.

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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 67.3°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 64.5°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

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 65.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 65.2°F, and the maximum might stay at 66.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Irákleion

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Dec 1	68.8°F	66.3°F	67.6°F
Dec 2	68.2°F	66.2°F	67.4°F
Dec 3	68.0°F	66.2°F	67.1°F
Dec 4	67.7°F	65.8°F	66.9°F
Dec 5	67.8°F	65.6°F	66.6°F
Dec 6	67.7°F	65.7°F	66.7°F
Dec 7	67.7°F	65.5°F	66.7°F
Dec 8	67.6°F	65.6°F	66.6°F
Dec 9	67.5°F	65.7°F	66.4°F
Dec 10	67.2°F	65.6°F	66.2°F
Dec 11	67.4°F	65.4°F	66.1°F
Dec 12	66.8°F	65.4°F	65.8°F
Dec 13	66.4°F	64.9°F	65.8°F
Dec 14	66.4°F	65.2°F	65.6°F
Dec 15	66.2°F	65.0°F	65.5°F
Dec 16	66.0°F	65.1°F	65.2°F
Dec 17	65.9°F	64.8°F	65.2°F
Dec 18	65.7°F	64.7°F	65.0°F
Dec 19	65.5°F	64.0°F	64.7°F
Dec 20	65.3°F	64.4°F	64.5°F
Dec 21	65.3°F	64.8°F	64.5°F
Dec 22	65.2°F	64.6°F	64.5°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 Irákleion by month

In Irákleion, the months June through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 128 swimming days.

The warmest water in Irákleion was recorded on August 6, 2023, reaching a 82.4°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 24, 2015, dipping to 58.9°F. The average readings by season are 62.7°F in Winter, 63.5°F in Spring, 77.5°F in Summer, and 73.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Kokkíni Cháni	66.6°F	6mi
Stalís	66.1°F	17mi
Rethymno	66.6°F	37mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Irákleion