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Water temperature in Salem

Detailed information about the current water temperature in Salem. 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 Salem now

61.1

°F

September 25, 01:45

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

61.6°F

Tomorrow:

60.7°F

Sunrise:

06:34

Sunset:

18:36

Day Length:

12 h. 2 min.

Salem in October

Minimum:

39.9°F

Average:

42.4°F

Maximum:

44.8°F

Sea water temperature in Salem today

As of now, in Salem, the water temperature is 61.1°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it. Today's reading is 1.6°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 fall a bit.

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 is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 65.8°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 60.1°F on 2020.

Over the last two weeks, the water temperature has stayed slightly lower than historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 60.6°F, the minimum temperature may reach 60.0°F, and the maximum might stay at 61.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Salem

Date Current Year

actual* / forecast**

last year 10 years average
Sep 11 65.8°F 58.8°F 64.7°F
Sep 12 64.5°F 60.7°F 64.6°F
Sep 13 63.8°F 61.9°F 64.8°F
Sep 14 64.2°F 62.0°F 64.7°F
Sep 15 63.4°F 63.1°F 64.6°F
Sep 16 62.3°F 62.8°F 64.3°F
Sep 17 62.4°F 60.7°F 63.8°F
Sep 18 63.2°F 63.5°F 63.9°F
Sep 19 64.3°F 64.1°F 64.0°F
Sep 20 62.9°F 64.5°F 63.8°F
Sep 21 62.3°F 63.5°F 63.3°F
Sep 22 61.4°F 63.1°F 63.1°F
Sep 23 62.3°F 62.9°F 63.2°F
Sep 24 61.6°F 63.6°F 63.2°F
Sep 25 61.1°F 63.2°F 62.7°F
Sep 26 60.7°F 63.0°F 62.3°F
Sep 27 61.0°F 64.6°F 62.7°F
Sep 28 60.8°F 64.1°F 62.4°F
Sep 29 60.9°F 64.8°F 62.5°F
Sep 30 60.7°F 64.3°F 62.3°F
Oct 1 60.2°F 63.4°F 61.8°F
Oct 2 60.0°F 62.9°F 61.6°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 Salem by month

In an average year, Salem offers no days when the water temperature is warm enough to swim comfortably.
The warmest water in Salem was recorded on August 15, 2021, reaching a 74.2°F. While the coldest temperature occurred on March 6, 2026, dipping to 34.8°F. The average readings by season are 42.1°F in Winter, 44.5°F in Spring, 63.8°F in Summer, and 58.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City Water temperature* Distance**
Boston 63.0°F 14mi
South Boston 63.0°F 15mi
Plymouth 62.3°F 41mi
Providence 67.0°F 55mi
Bristol 67.0°F 61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Salem