Temperature in New Nuvo 24G Tank

[sabell69]

Hello,

I purchased a Nuvo 24G tank (all in one) as my very first saltwater attempt. I got it set up with live sand, live rock and water on Saturday but didn't get a thermometer until yesterday. It's been running between 81 and 83 since yesterday. I feel this is too warm but I don't have any livestock in at present; just cycling. Should I be concerned? Or is this temperature ok? I have a skimmer running and I do have the top on (I would prefer to keep it on if possible). I am also running T5 HO lights. I added a bag of ice in the back and it has brought it down slightly. I'm concerned that I will need a chiller which I really didn't want to deal with, or that i will have to take the top off. I live in Florida so its hot but have the AC running constantly in my house at about 72/74.

Any feed back would be greatly appreciated!

 

[RacinRevo0818]

Either raise the lights or remove top and blow fan across surface of water. 2nd option will probably see biggest results but unless your on already have a ato plan on having to add more water. You don't want to raise lights to high either but either of those options are much cheaper and less maintenance then a chiller. Good luck and 82 is about the highest you really want to hit

 

[sabell69]

Thanks for the reply. I took the top off last night and it dropped down to 79, which I can live with.

 

[mrs.nanoreef]

Also leds run cool.

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