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 16.57°F. Swimming in water of this temperature is generally concidered to be cool, and most people won't really enjoy it.

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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.

61.8

°F

July 26, 04:26

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

60.8°F

Tomorrow:

62.2°F

Sunrise:

05:29

Sunset:

20:10

Day Length:

14 h. 41 min.

Salem in August

Minimum:

40.2°F

Average:

42.6°F

Maximum:

44.8°F

Sea water temperature in Salem today

As of now, in Salem, the water temperature is 61.8°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 5.1°F lower than the average recorded on this particular day in recent years. Since yesterday, there was a noticeable 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

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 71.0°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 63.0°F on 2022.

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. Over the next week, the forecast shows a steady trend, with temperatures staying close to the average of 62.0°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
Jul 12	69.4°F	67.6°F	66.0°F
Jul 13	69.6°F	66.1°F	65.9°F
Jul 14	69.0°F	67.8°F	66.4°F
Jul 15	69.7°F	67.5°F	66.1°F
Jul 16	67.7°F	67.8°F	66.0°F
Jul 17	65.4°F	69.4°F	66.4°F
Jul 18	62.6°F	69.3°F	66.4°F
Jul 19	63.6°F	67.1°F	66.1°F
Jul 20	62.0°F	65.3°F	65.9°F
Jul 21	60.5°F	66.5°F	65.7°F
Jul 22	60.2°F	64.1°F	65.8°F
Jul 23	62.0°F	62.7°F	66.2°F
Jul 24	61.8°F	61.6°F	66.3°F
Jul 25	60.8°F	63.5°F	66.4°F
Jul 26	61.8°F	65.0°F	66.9°F
Jul 27	62.2°F	65.2°F	67.3°F
Jul 28	61.7°F	63.7°F	66.8°F
Jul 29	61.8°F	64.4°F	67.0°F
Jul 30	62.4°F	66.8°F	67.5°F
Jul 31	62.2°F	65.0°F	67.3°F
Aug 1	61.8°F	66.1°F	66.9°F
Aug 2	61.8°F	63.9°F	66.9°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	65.3°F	14mi
South Boston	65.3°F	15mi
Plymouth	65.9°F	41mi
Providence	73.6°F	55mi
Bristol	74.8°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Salem