Perfect temperature???

[jacksdad]

I have heard that people keep their tank temps anywhere from 76 to 82 degrees. Personally I try to maintain 80. Please clarify this issue for me...what is the best temp for a reef tank?
Thanks,
Bob

 

[paulcoates]

Mine fluctuates between 78 and 80. I would say 80 is fine. Just make sure all the creates you are going to buy will be able to live and trive in those water conditions. Most should

 

[ophiura]

There isn't one. Stability is the crucial factor. People keep them at 84 or 85 degrees sometimes. So there is quite a range, but in general the 80-84 range would, IMO, be relatively "normal reef" temperatures for some indo pacific regions. But it is stability in temperature that is the more significant issue. For example, I would have problems getting the tank to 80 degrees because of a whole range of factors. Mine tank runs 81-82 degrees. No worries