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 17.21°C. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

63.0

°F

April 14, 04:34

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

62.8°F

Tomorrow:

63.1°F

Sunrise:

06:49

Sunset:

19:51

Day Length:

13 h. 2 min.

Irákleion in April

Minimum:

61.9°F

Average:

63.1°F

Maximum:

65.1°F

Sea water temperature in Irákleion today

As of now, in Irákleion, the water temperature is 63.0°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 0.8°F higher than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 65.3°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 60.9°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 63.6°F, with minimum temperature starting at 63.1°F, while the maximum might reach 64.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Irákleion

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 31	61.3°F	61.8°F	61.2°F
Apr 1	60.8°F	61.5°F	61.3°F
Apr 2	61.4°F	61.4°F	61.4°F
Apr 3	61.2°F	61.8°F	61.3°F
Apr 4	61.2°F	62.2°F	61.5°F
Apr 5	60.9°F	62.1°F	61.4°F
Apr 6	60.9°F	62.4°F	61.6°F
Apr 7	61.4°F	62.9°F	61.7°F
Apr 8	62.1°F	62.9°F	61.9°F
Apr 9	62.7°F	62.8°F	62.1°F
Apr 10	62.8°F	62.5°F	62.0°F
Apr 11	62.6°F	62.1°F	62.1°F
Apr 12	62.6°F	62.3°F	62.0°F
Apr 13	62.8°F	62.5°F	62.0°F
Apr 14	63.0°F	62.3°F	62.2°F
Apr 15	63.1°F	62.1°F	62.3°F
Apr 16	63.2°F	62.5°F	62.4°F
Apr 17	63.4°F	63.2°F	62.5°F
Apr 18	63.5°F	62.0°F	62.7°F
Apr 19	63.8°F	63.4°F	63.0°F
Apr 20	64.1°F	64.3°F	63.3°F
Apr 21	64.1°F	64.1°F	63.3°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 129 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 21, 2019, dipping to 59.0°F. The average readings by season are 62.8°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	62.9°F	6mi
Stalís	63.1°F	17mi
Rethymno	63.1°F	37mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Irákleion