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 22.58°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.

72.6

°F

October 16, 10:18

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

72.9°F

Tomorrow:

72.4°F

Sunrise:

07:29

Sunset:

18:46

Day Length:

11 h. 17 min.

Rethymno in October

Minimum:

61.6°F

Average:

62.8°F

Maximum:

64.6°F

Sea water temperature in Rethymno today

As of now, in Rethymno, the water temperature is 72.6°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 2.0°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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 76.9°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 72.4°F on 2018.

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 71.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 71.5°F, and the maximum might stay at 72.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Rethymno

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 2	75.4°F	77.7°F	76.3°F
Oct 3	75.2°F	78.2°F	76.1°F
Oct 4	74.5°F	77.2°F	75.8°F
Oct 5	74.5°F	77.7°F	75.8°F
Oct 6	74.8°F	76.9°F	75.6°F
Oct 7	74.7°F	76.5°F	75.4°F
Oct 8	74.4°F	77.2°F	75.3°F
Oct 9	73.6°F	77.5°F	75.3°F
Oct 10	73.5°F	77.5°F	75.1°F
Oct 11	73.5°F	77.1°F	74.9°F
Oct 12	73.2°F	77.2°F	74.7°F
Oct 13	72.9°F	77.7°F	74.9°F
Oct 14	73.0°F	77.5°F	74.7°F
Oct 15	72.9°F	77.1°F	74.8°F
Oct 16	72.6°F	76.9°F	74.6°F
Oct 17	72.4°F	76.4°F	74.4°F
Oct 18	72.2°F	76.3°F	74.1°F
Oct 19	71.8°F	75.4°F	73.8°F
Oct 20	71.5°F	74.9°F	73.5°F
Oct 21	71.5°F	74.7°F	73.4°F
Oct 22	71.5°F	74.9°F	73.5°F
Oct 23	71.5°F	74.4°F	73.4°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 134 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	72.0°F	27mi
Irákleion	72.6°F	37mi
Kokkíni Cháni	72.5°F	44mi
Palaióchora	72.9°F	46mi
Stalís	72.3°F	54mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Rethymno