What is the current water temperature in Rethymno?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Rethymno?

As of now, in Rethymno, the water temperature is 19.86°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 Rethymno

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Rethymno. 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.

67.7

°F

December 10, 10:39

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

67.8°F

Tomorrow:

67.7°F

Sunrise:

07:20

Sunset:

17:10

Day Length:

9 h. 50 min.

Rethymno in December

Minimum:

61.6°F

Average:

62.6°F

Maximum:

64.2°F

Sea water temperature in Rethymno today

As of now, in Rethymno, the water temperature is 67.7°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 1.4°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 68.6°F on 2019, while the historical minimum was 65.6°F on 2017.

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 67.3°F, the minimum temperature may reach 66.9°F, and the maximum might stay at 67.7°F.

Daily water temperature in Rethymno

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 26	69.8°F	67.4°F	68.7°F
Nov 27	70.0°F	67.0°F	68.6°F
Nov 28	69.5°F	66.6°F	68.5°F
Nov 29	69.0°F	66.4°F	68.3°F
Nov 30	69.2°F	67.1°F	68.2°F
Dec 1	69.2°F	66.6°F	68.0°F
Dec 2	68.9°F	66.6°F	67.8°F
Dec 3	68.9°F	66.6°F	67.5°F
Dec 4	68.4°F	66.2°F	67.2°F
Dec 5	68.3°F	66.0°F	67.0°F
Dec 6	68.3°F	65.7°F	66.9°F
Dec 7	68.4°F	65.5°F	66.8°F
Dec 8	68.2°F	65.9°F	66.8°F
Dec 9	67.8°F	66.1°F	66.7°F
Dec 10	67.7°F	65.9°F	66.3°F
Dec 11	67.7°F	65.6°F	66.3°F
Dec 12	67.5°F	65.7°F	66.1°F
Dec 13	67.5°F	65.2°F	66.1°F
Dec 14	67.3°F	65.5°F	65.9°F
Dec 15	67.3°F	65.9°F	65.9°F
Dec 16	67.0°F	65.9°F	65.6°F
Dec 17	66.9°F	65.3°F	65.5°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 Rethymno by month

In Rethymno, the months June through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 131 swimming days.

The warmest water in Rethymno was recorded on July 24, 2023, reaching a 84.0°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 28, 2018, dipping to 58.6°F. The average readings by season are 62.9°F in Winter, 63.6°F in Spring, 78.1°F in Summer, and 74.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Chaniá	67.5°F	27mi
Irákleion	67.2°F	37mi
Kokkíni Cháni	67.4°F	44mi
Palaióchora	68.5°F	46mi
Stalís	67.3°F	54mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Rethymno