Kriti, Greece
Sea of Crete35.20°N, 24.07°EStation GR-KRI-FIN

Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας Sea Water Temperature

A mild beach on the Sea of Crete, warmest around August at about 25.9°C. Today's reading, 7-day forecast, and monthly averages below.

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Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας water temperature

25.4
77.7°FWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)

Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold.

+0°vs Sep avgSea of Crete35.20°N, 24.07°E
Activity Index:SwimmingSnorkelingSurfingTypical conditions
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Coastal Air
27°C
80.4°F onshore
Wind Speed
12 km/h
Surface wind
Wave Height
0.8 m
Slight shore chop
Swell
0.6 m
Deep water swell
Wave Period
6 s
Peak interval
UV Index
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Daily maximum
Sunrise
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First morning light
Sunset
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7-Day Water Temperature Forecast

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Today
WedSep 30
25.4°C
77.7°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
ThuOct 1
25.7°C
78.3°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
FriOct 2
25.8°C
78.4°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
SatOct 3
25.7°C
78.3°F
Waves: 0.6m
Warm
SunOct 4
25.4°C
77.7°F
Waves: 0.7m
Warm
MonOct 5
25.1°C
77.2°F
Waves: 0.9m
Warm
TueOct 6
25°C
77°F
Waves: 1m
Warm
Forecast cooling trend: -0.4°C over 7 days at Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας.
Confidence: High

Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας Monthly Water Temperature Averages

Historical monthly climatology. The warmest water in Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας occurs inJuly, August, September — peaking at25.9°C (78.6°F) in August.

Year-Round Water Temperature Curve (°C / °F)

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Current month Comfortable (20–24°C) Warm (24°C+) Cool (<20°C)
17
Jan
16
Feb
16
Mar
17
Apr
20
May
23
Jun
25
Jul
26
Aug
Current
25
Sep
24
Oct
21
Nov
19
Dec
Full 12-month data table — min / avg / max & swimming comfort
MonthMin Water TempAverage Water TempMax Water TempSwimming Comfort
January15.7°C17.1°C19.1°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
February15.4°C16.3°C17.3°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
March15.4°C16.4°C17.7°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
April15.9°C17.2°C19.4°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
May17.5°C19.5°C21.9°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)
June20.1°C22.5°C26.2°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
July23.3°C24.7°C25.9°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
August24.6°C25.9°C27.6°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
SeptemberCurrent23.6°C25.4°C27.4°CWarm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C)
October21.4°C23.8°C25.7°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
November19.2°C21.3°C23.4°CComfortable (20°C – 24°C)
December17°C19°C21.2°CCool / Refreshing (16°C – 20°C)

Swimming FAQs for Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας

Is the sea warm enough to swim in Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας today?

Typical sea surface temperature in Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας this time of year is 25.4°C (77.7°F) — classified as Warm & Ideal (24°C – 28°C). Ideal swimming conditions. Feels soothing and warm, perfect for hours in the water without getting cold. Live readings load automatically.

What are the warmest months for swimming in Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας?

The highest water temperatures in Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας typically occur duringJuly, August, September, when monthly averages reach peak seasonal levels.

What is the typical water temperature in Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας in September?

Historically in September, water temperatures in Finikas Beach-Παραλία Φοίνικας average around25.4°C (77.7°F), fluctuating between a recorded minimum of 23.6°C and a maximum of 27.4°C.

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