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 15.56°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.

60.0

°F

October 10, 14:37

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

61.2°F

Tomorrow:

59.4°F

Sunrise:

06:50

Sunset:

18:10

Day Length:

11 h. 20 min.

Salem in October

Minimum:

39.9°F

Average:

42.5°F

Maximum:

44.8°F

Sea water temperature in Salem today

As of now, in Salem, the water temperature is 60.0°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 about the same as 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 also aligns closely with the historical average temperature for this date, indicating a typical climate pattern. The maximum temperature recorded for this date was 62.1°F on 2018, while the historical minimum was 57.5°F on 2015.

latest data

last year

Observations from the last two weeks indicate that the water temperature was in proximity to the highest values recorded on those days in the past. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 58.8°F, the minimum temperature may reach 58.3°F, and the maximum might stay at 59.4°F.

Daily water temperature in Salem

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Sep 26	63.0°F	61.6°F	62.4°F
Sep 27	64.6°F	61.3°F	62.6°F
Sep 28	64.1°F	61.3°F	62.4°F
Sep 29	64.8°F	61.8°F	62.5°F
Sep 30	64.3°F	63.4°F	62.3°F
Oct 1	63.4°F	62.3°F	61.8°F
Oct 2	62.9°F	62.5°F	61.6°F
Oct 3	61.9°F	62.2°F	61.1°F
Oct 4	60.4°F	62.0°F	60.7°F
Oct 5	61.4°F	62.3°F	60.6°F
Oct 6	61.6°F	62.0°F	60.4°F
Oct 7	63.0°F	62.3°F	60.6°F
Oct 8	63.1°F	61.6°F	60.7°F
Oct 9	61.2°F	62.1°F	60.4°F
Oct 10	60.0°F	61.4°F	60.0°F
Oct 11	59.4°F	59.3°F	59.4°F
Oct 12	59.2°F	59.1°F	59.2°F
Oct 13	58.8°F	59.2°F	58.8°F
Oct 14	58.8°F	58.7°F	58.8°F
Oct 15	58.7°F	58.4°F	58.7°F
Oct 16	58.7°F	58.1°F	58.7°F
Oct 17	58.3°F	57.7°F	58.3°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 8, 2015, dipping to 35.3°F. The average readings by season are 42.3°F in Winter, 44.3°F in Spring, 63.7°F in Summer, and 58.0°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Boston	61.6°F	14mi
South Boston	61.6°F	15mi
Plymouth	60.7°F	41mi
Providence	66.8°F	55mi
Bristol	66.6°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Salem