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 22.36°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.

72.2

°F

October 21, 09:49

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

72.4°F

Tomorrow:

72.4°F

Sunrise:

07:33

Sunset:

18:40

Day Length:

11 h. 7 min.

Rethymno in October

Minimum:

61.6°F

Average:

63.1°F

Maximum:

64.8°F

Sea water temperature in Rethymno today

As of now, in Rethymno, the water temperature is 72.2°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 0.9°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 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 also falls within the range of the average temperature recorded for this date, suggesting a consistent weather trend. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 75.3°F on 2020, while the historical minimum was 71.1°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 72.1°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Rethymno

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Oct 7	75.0°F	74.7°F	75.3°F
Oct 8	74.9°F	74.4°F	75.3°F
Oct 9	74.2°F	73.6°F	75.1°F
Oct 10	74.2°F	73.5°F	75.0°F
Oct 11	74.3°F	73.5°F	74.8°F
Oct 12	73.8°F	73.2°F	74.6°F
Oct 13	74.0°F	72.9°F	74.7°F
Oct 14	73.3°F	73.0°F	74.5°F
Oct 15	72.4°F	72.9°F	74.4°F
Oct 16	72.8°F	72.4°F	74.2°F
Oct 17	72.9°F	72.4°F	74.0°F
Oct 18	72.3°F	72.0°F	73.8°F
Oct 19	72.6°F	72.8°F	73.5°F
Oct 20	72.4°F	72.5°F	73.3°F
Oct 21	72.2°F	72.2°F	73.1°F
Oct 22	72.4°F	72.1°F	73.3°F
Oct 23	72.3°F	72.5°F	73.2°F
Oct 24	72.1°F	72.2°F	73.0°F
Oct 25	72.2°F	72.1°F	73.1°F
Oct 26	72.0°F	72.3°F	72.9°F
Oct 27	71.8°F	72.6°F	72.7°F
Oct 28	71.7°F	72.6°F	72.6°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 132 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 63.1°F in Winter, 63.6°F in Spring, 78.3°F in Summer, and 74.3°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Chaniá	71.3°F	27mi
Irákleion	72.3°F	37mi
Kokkíni Cháni	72.0°F	44mi
Palaióchora	72.3°F	46mi
Stalís	72.2°F	54mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Rethymno