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 7.16°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.

44.9

°F

April 27, 10:52

Trend:

increasing

Yesterday:

44.6°F

Tomorrow:

45.0°F

Sunrise:

05:44

Sunset:

19:39

Day Length:

13 h. 55 min.

Salem in May

Minimum:

41.5°F

Average:

43.2°F

Maximum:

45.3°F

Sea water temperature in Salem today

As of now, in Salem, the water temperature is 44.9°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 0.7°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 stay about the same.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

The water temperature today is above average for the last two weeks, showing a small increase in temperature. It also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 47.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 43.3°F on 2020.

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 45.5°F, with minimum temperature starting at 45.0°F, while the maximum might reach 46.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Salem

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 13	42.0°F	41.5°F	42.4°F
Apr 14	43.0°F	41.6°F	42.9°F
Apr 15	44.3°F	41.4°F	43.4°F
Apr 16	44.0°F	42.3°F	43.8°F
Apr 17	44.6°F	42.5°F	44.0°F
Apr 18	45.4°F	42.2°F	44.1°F
Apr 19	45.5°F	42.3°F	44.2°F
Apr 20	44.9°F	42.5°F	44.4°F
Apr 21	44.6°F	43.7°F	44.7°F
Apr 22	44.2°F	42.8°F	44.6°F
Apr 23	43.9°F	43.3°F	44.7°F
Apr 24	44.5°F	45.1°F	45.0°F
Apr 25	44.4°F	46.0°F	45.1°F
Apr 26	44.6°F	47.4°F	45.3°F
Apr 27	44.9°F	47.1°F	45.6°F
Apr 28	45.0°F	46.5°F	45.7°F
Apr 29	45.0°F	45.5°F	45.7°F
Apr 30	45.1°F	45.3°F	45.9°F
May 1	45.4°F	46.5°F	46.1°F
May 2	45.6°F	46.0°F	46.4°F
May 3	46.0°F	44.9°F	46.8°F
May 4	46.6°F	47.0°F	47.4°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	46.7°F	14mi
South Boston	46.7°F	15mi
Plymouth	46.3°F	41mi
Providence	48.9°F	55mi
Bristol	48.1°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Salem