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Water temperature in Chaniá

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Chaniá. 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.
Sea temperature in Chaniá now

66.3

°F

May 5, 00:26

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

66.3°F

Tomorrow:

66.6°F

Sunrise:

06:28

Sunset:

20:14

Day Length:

13 h. 46 min.

Chaniá in May

Minimum:

62.0°F

Average:

62.9°F

Maximum:

64.4°F

Sea water temperature in Chaniá today

As of now, in Chaniá, the water temperature is 66.3°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 1.7°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 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 is also close to the historical maximum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 66.4°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 62.7°F on 2020.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly above than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 67.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 66.6°F, while the maximum might reach 67.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Chaniá

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Apr 21 64.5°F 62.0°F 62.9°F
Apr 22 64.7°F 62.1°F 62.9°F
Apr 23 64.7°F 61.8°F 62.8°F
Apr 24 64.6°F 62.2°F 63.0°F
Apr 25 64.5°F 62.6°F 63.2°F
Apr 26 64.1°F 63.4°F 63.3°F
Apr 27 64.6°F 62.6°F 63.4°F
Apr 28 64.6°F 62.5°F 63.7°F
Apr 29 65.2°F 62.8°F 64.1°F
Apr 30 65.7°F 62.9°F 64.2°F
May 1 65.8°F 63.0°F 64.5°F
May 2 65.5°F 62.7°F 64.5°F
May 3 66.6°F 63.0°F 64.7°F
May 4 66.3°F 62.6°F 64.5°F
May 5 66.3°F 62.8°F 64.6°F
May 6 66.6°F 62.9°F 64.9°F
May 7 66.8°F 62.5°F 65.0°F
May 8 66.9°F 63.6°F 65.2°F
May 9 66.9°F 63.5°F 65.2°F
May 10 67.0°F 63.6°F 65.2°F
May 11 67.3°F 63.8°F 65.6°F
May 12 67.4°F 63.5°F 65.7°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 Chaniá by month

In Chaniá, the months July through October offer comfortable swimming conditions, which amounts to 127 swimming days.
The warmest water in Chaniá was recorded on July 27, 2023, reaching a 83.8°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on February 20, 2019, dipping to 59.1°F. The average readings by season are 62.7°F in Winter, 63.2°F in Spring, 77.3°F in Summer, and 73.9°F in Autumn.