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 22.7°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.

72.9

°F

October 19, 13:11

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.7°F

Tomorrow:

72.5°F

Sunrise:

07:29

Sunset:

18:40

Day Length:

11 h. 11 min.

Irákleion in October

Minimum:

61.6°F

Average:

62.9°F

Maximum:

64.5°F

Sea water temperature in Irákleion today

As of now, in Irákleion, the water temperature is 72.9°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 0.5°F lower 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 75.6°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 71.8°F on 2017.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the minimum recorded over the past years. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 72.2°F, the minimum temperature may reach 72.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.5°F.

Daily water temperature in Irákleion

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 5	74.7°F	74.7°F	75.3°F
Oct 6	74.2°F	74.5°F	75.2°F
Oct 7	74.3°F	74.9°F	75.1°F
Oct 8	73.9°F	74.6°F	75.0°F
Oct 9	73.8°F	73.8°F	74.7°F
Oct 10	73.7°F	73.4°F	74.5°F
Oct 11	74.0°F	73.3°F	74.4°F
Oct 12	73.5°F	73.0°F	74.2°F
Oct 13	74.4°F	73.1°F	74.4°F
Oct 14	74.1°F	72.8°F	74.2°F
Oct 15	73.9°F	72.8°F	74.1°F
Oct 16	73.8°F	72.3°F	73.9°F
Oct 17	73.6°F	72.2°F	73.8°F
Oct 18	72.7°F	72.3°F	73.6°F
Oct 19	72.9°F	72.3°F	73.4°F
Oct 20	72.5°F	72.0°F	73.0°F
Oct 21	72.3°F	71.8°F	72.8°F
Oct 22	72.4°F	71.5°F	72.9°F
Oct 23	72.2°F	72.0°F	72.7°F
Oct 24	72.2°F	72.0°F	72.7°F
Oct 25	72.1°F	72.1°F	72.7°F
Oct 26	72.0°F	72.3°F	72.5°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 130 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	72.4°F	6mi
Stalís	72.4°F	17mi
Rethymno	72.6°F	37mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Irákleion