What is the current water temperature in Salem?

Q: What is the current water temperature in Salem?

As of now, in Salem, the water temperature is 3.2°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration.

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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.

37.8

°F

March 17, 12:18

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

37.6°F

Tomorrow:

37.7°F

Sunrise:

06:53

Sunset:

18:52

Day Length:

11 h. 59 min.

Salem in March

Minimum:

41.5°F

Average:

43.1°F

Maximum:

45.3°F

Sea water temperature in Salem today

As of now, in Salem, the water temperature is 37.8°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is considered as extremely cold, and there's a substantial risk of hypothermia if exposed for more than a brief duration. Today's reading is 2.1°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a slight increase in temperature. This indicates a warming trend over the past day. According to the forecast, we expect the temperature to stay about the same.

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 minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 41.8°F on 2024, while the historical minimum was 38.6°F on 2019.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the lowest values recorded on those days in the past. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 37.9°F. Both minimum and maximum temperatures expected to be close to the average, offering a week of stable water conditions.

Daily water temperature in Salem

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Mar 3	35.8°F	36.8°F	38.8°F
Mar 4	35.4°F	36.9°F	38.8°F
Mar 5	36.1°F	37.0°F	38.8°F
Mar 6	34.8°F	37.3°F	38.7°F
Mar 7	35.2°F	37.5°F	38.7°F
Mar 8	35.7°F	37.4°F	38.5°F
Mar 9	36.1°F	37.4°F	38.8°F
Mar 10	37.2°F	37.4°F	38.8°F
Mar 11	38.8°F	37.0°F	39.1°F
Mar 12	39.0°F	38.4°F	39.4°F
Mar 13	38.6°F	38.6°F	39.4°F
Mar 14	38.0°F	38.4°F	39.3°F
Mar 15	37.7°F	37.4°F	39.3°F
Mar 16	37.6°F	38.8°F	39.3°F
Mar 17	37.8°F	39.0°F	39.8°F
Mar 18	37.7°F	39.1°F	39.7°F
Mar 19	37.7°F	38.9°F	39.7°F
Mar 20	37.8°F	39.4°F	39.8°F
Mar 21	37.7°F	39.2°F	39.8°F
Mar 22	38.0°F	40.0°F	40.1°F
Mar 23	38.2°F	40.4°F	40.3°F
Mar 24	38.2°F	40.5°F	40.3°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	37.9°F	14mi
South Boston	37.9°F	15mi
Plymouth	38.3°F	41mi
Providence	38.3°F	55mi
Bristol	39.0°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Salem