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 10.0°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.

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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.

50.0

°F

November 21, 04:43

Trend:

decreasing

Yesterday:

50.2°F

Tomorrow:

49.6°F

Sunrise:

06:43

Sunset:

16:16

Day Length:

9 h. 33 min.

Salem in November

Minimum:

39.6°F

Average:

42.3°F

Maximum:

45.3°F

Sea water temperature in Salem today

As of now, in Salem, the water temperature is 50.0°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 0.3°F lower than 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 52.2°F on 2021, while the historical minimum was 48.7°F on 2018.

latest data

last year

Over the past two weeks, the water temperature has closely aligned with historical averages for those days. The forecast for the upcoming week shows a gradual cooling trend. The average temperature is expected to be 49.1°F, the minimum temperature may reach 48.7°F, and the maximum might stay at 49.6°F.

Daily water temperature in Salem

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Nov 7	53.3°F	54.0°F	53.2°F
Nov 8	53.1°F	53.4°F	53.1°F
Nov 9	52.6°F	52.7°F	52.6°F
Nov 10	52.3°F	52.7°F	52.3°F
Nov 11	52.4°F	52.9°F	52.4°F
Nov 12	52.0°F	51.5°F	52.0°F
Nov 13	52.1°F	52.1°F	52.1°F
Nov 14	51.9°F	52.0°F	51.9°F
Nov 15	50.5°F	51.5°F	51.5°F
Nov 16	50.6°F	51.5°F	51.2°F
Nov 17	50.2°F	50.9°F	51.0°F
Nov 18	50.2°F	51.0°F	50.8°F
Nov 19	49.8°F	50.5°F	50.4°F
Nov 20	50.2°F	50.7°F	50.4°F
Nov 21	50.0°F	49.7°F	50.3°F
Nov 22	49.6°F	49.6°F	49.9°F
Nov 23	49.3°F	47.7°F	49.5°F
Nov 24	49.2°F	49.0°F	49.5°F
Nov 25	49.1°F	49.4°F	49.4°F
Nov 26	48.9°F	49.2°F	49.2°F
Nov 27	48.9°F	49.5°F	49.2°F
Nov 28	48.7°F	48.7°F	49.0°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 7, 2014, dipping to 35.2°F. The average readings by season are 42.2°F in Winter, 44.2°F in Spring, 63.7°F in Summer, and 57.9°F in Autumn.

Popular neighboring cities and resorts

City	Water temperature*	Distance**
Boston	49.4°F	14mi
South Boston	49.4°F	15mi
Plymouth	50.8°F	41mi
Providence	51.2°F	55mi
Bristol	51.5°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Salem