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Salem in August

Find out everything about the water temperature in Salem in August. Average, minimum and maximum recorded temperatures as well as daily temperature in August for the last two years. Compare the current month's sea temperature data with other months of the year.
Water temperature in August
Minimum:

60.2 °F

Average:

67.0 °F

Maximum:

74.2 °F

Sea water temperature in Salem in August

In the city of Salem, the month of August is somewhat comfortable for swimming. The minimum recorded temperature during this month was 60.2°F on August 13, 2023, with an average temperature being 67.0°F and a maximum temperature reaching 74.2°F on August 15, 2021.

While some may find it enjoyable for a brief swim, others might consider it a bit too cold for extended periods in the water. In August, the sea temperature remains relatively stable. The average temperature stays close to 67.0°F throughout the month, with minimal changes.
Date 10 years average 2024 2023
Aug 1 66.9°F 64.3°F 66.5°F
Aug 2 67.1°F 66.8°F 64.7°F
Aug 3 67.0°F 67.5°F 63.8°F
Aug 4 67.1°F 66.8°F 64.3°F
Aug 5 67.2°F 67.9°F 64.6°F
Aug 6 67.1°F 67.0°F 63.9°F
Aug 7 66.8°F 66.3°F 64.0°F
Aug 8 66.6°F 65.0°F 63.5°F
Aug 9 66.7°F 64.6°F 65.9°F
Aug 10 66.7°F 64.6°F 65.6°F
Aug 11 66.3°F 64.2°F 62.3°F
Aug 12 66.1°F 64.0°F 61.0°F
Aug 13 66.5°F 64.4°F 60.2°F
Aug 14 66.6°F 64.5°F 61.9°F
Aug 15 67.1°F 65.0°F 63.8°F
Aug 16 66.6°F 65.1°F 63.8°F
Aug 17 67.1°F 66.8°F 64.1°F
Aug 18 67.0°F 66.5°F 64.0°F
Aug 19 67.2°F 67.2°F 65.1°F
Aug 20 67.1°F 66.9°F 65.3°F
Aug 21 66.9°F 66.3°F 63.1°F
Aug 22 66.8°F 65.7°F 61.7°F
Aug 23 66.7°F 63.6°F 63.4°F
Aug 24 66.3°F 62.0°F 65.3°F
Aug 25 66.9°F 63.2°F 64.9°F
Aug 26 67.3°F 63.9°F 64.4°F
Aug 27 67.8°F 64.8°F 66.0°F
Aug 28 68.0°F 66.7°F 65.4°F
Aug 29 67.7°F 67.3°F 64.5°F
Aug 30 67.6°F 65.6°F 64.7°F
Aug 31 67.3°F 65.3°F 64.9°F

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. In August, the temperature is higher than July's average of 65.5°F and September's average of 64.3°F.

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