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 9.44°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.

49.0

°F

May 9, 14:14

Trend:

stable

Yesterday:

49.1°F

Tomorrow:

49.2°F

Sunrise:

05:29

Sunset:

19:52

Day Length:

14 h. 23 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 49.0°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 rise a bit.

Recent sea temperature and forecast

Today's water temperature is notably higher than the average recorded over the past two weeks, indicating a significant warming 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 52.3°F on 2023, while the historical minimum was 47.4°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. The forecast for the upcoming week suggests a gradual increase. The average temperature is expected to rise up to 50.0°F, with minimum temperature starting at 49.2°F, while the maximum might reach 51.1°F.

Daily water temperature in Salem

Date	Current Year actual* / forecast**	last year	10 years average
Apr 25	46.0°F	44.8°F	44.9°F
Apr 26	47.4°F	44.5°F	45.1°F
Apr 27	47.1°F	44.9°F	45.4°F
Apr 28	46.5°F	45.2°F	45.5°F
Apr 29	45.5°F	45.4°F	45.6°F
Apr 30	45.3°F	46.1°F	45.8°F
May 1	46.5°F	46.3°F	46.0°F
May 2	46.0°F	45.9°F	46.3°F
May 3	44.9°F	46.5°F	46.7°F
May 4	47.0°F	46.7°F	47.3°F
May 5	47.4°F	48.0°F	47.8°F
May 6	47.5°F	46.9°F	47.5°F
May 7	47.8°F	47.7°F	47.9°F
May 8	49.1°F	49.1°F	48.4°F
May 9	49.0°F	50.5°F	48.8°F
May 10	49.2°F	50.7°F	49.0°F
May 11	49.4°F	51.0°F	49.2°F
May 12	49.8°F	51.4°F	49.6°F
May 13	49.7°F	51.3°F	49.6°F
May 14	50.1°F	51.6°F	49.9°F
May 15	50.6°F	52.6°F	50.5°F
May 16	51.1°F	52.9°F	50.9°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 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	53.7°F	14mi
South Boston	53.7°F	15mi
Plymouth	53.0°F	41mi
Providence	58.8°F	55mi
Bristol	59.3°F	61mi

* current water temperature in this city

** straight line distance from Salem