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 12.03°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.

53.7

°F

June 1, 03:26

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

53.3°F

Tomorrow:

54.0°F

Sunrise:

05:09

Sunset:

20:14

Day Length:

15 h. 5 min.

Salem in June

Minimum:

40.7°F

Average:

43.1°F

Maximum:

45.2°F

Sea water temperature in Salem today

As of now, in Salem, the water temperature is 53.7°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 1.7°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It is also close to the historical minimum temperature for this date. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 58.3°F on 2016, while the historical minimum was 51.9°F on 2021.

latest data

last year

The water temperature over the last two weeks displayed soome variability. While the two week average stayed close to the historical average, there were some days when the temperature was close to the histoorical minimum and others when it was close to the historical maximum. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 54.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 54.0°F, while the maximum might reach 55.0°F.

Daily water temperature in Salem

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
May 18	53.6°F	53.5°F	51.5°F
May 19	55.2°F	53.4°F	51.5°F
May 20	54.9°F	52.3°F	51.8°F
May 21	54.1°F	52.2°F	52.1°F
May 22	53.5°F	52.1°F	52.8°F
May 23	53.3°F	53.5°F	53.1°F
May 24	53.2°F	55.0°F	53.5°F
May 25	53.2°F	56.0°F	53.5°F
May 26	52.6°F	54.4°F	53.5°F
May 27	51.0°F	55.8°F	53.6°F
May 28	51.6°F	56.4°F	53.8°F
May 29	52.3°F	58.3°F	54.4°F
May 30	53.2°F	58.0°F	54.7°F
May 31	53.3°F	56.4°F	55.1°F
Jun 1	53.7°F	58.2°F	55.4°F
Jun 2	54.0°F	58.6°F	55.7°F
Jun 3	54.4°F	58.7°F	56.1°F
Jun 4	54.5°F	59.6°F	56.2°F
Jun 5	54.6°F	60.8°F	56.3°F
Jun 6	54.5°F	61.4°F	56.3°F
Jun 7	54.4°F	60.1°F	56.2°F
Jun 8	55.0°F	60.0°F	56.7°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 8, 2015, dipping to 35.3°F. The average readings by season are 42.3°F in Winter, 44.3°F in Spring, 63.8°F in Summer, and 58.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Boston	54.9°F	14mi
South Boston	54.9°F	15mi
Plymouth	53.8°F	41mi
Providence	58.7°F	55mi
Bristol	58.7°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Salem