Weather forecast for today
Salem, IA

Weather forecast for today

Friday, Apr 4.

Rain
6:42 am

7:36 pm
CDT
Rain
48°F / 41°F
  • Wind: 12mph NE
  • Humidity: 80%
  • Precip. probability: 99%
  • Precipitation: 0.12"
  • UV index: 2
Today, in Salem, showers will linger, keeping conditions wet for most of the day.
Minimal precipitation is anticipated. The highest daytime temperature will reach a chilly 48.2°F, creating a slight contrast with the predicted nighttime low of a wintry 41°F.
Temperatures are trending colder, with a peak resembling March's average maximum rather than April's seasonal high.
Sunrise was at 6:42 am and sunset will be at 7:36 pm; the daylight will last for 12h and 53min.

Current condition

Rain
2:31 pm CDT
Rain
  • 46°F
  • Feels like: 43°F
  • Wind: 4mph NE
  • Humidity: 89%
  • Dewpoint: 43°F
  • Pressure: 30.16"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0.08"
  • Visibility: 4mi
  • UV index: 4
At the moment, in Salem, brief showers are adding a cool touch to the day.
Current rainfall is 0.08".
The temperature is a brisk 46.4°F, with the apparent temperature being evaluated at a frosty 42.8°F. The current temperature is almost at the maximum predicted 48.2°F for today.

Weather radar - Salem, IA

Doppler radar displays precipitation for the past 2h and forecasts the next 30min

Frequently asked questions

Does it rain currently?
Yes, it rains now. Current precipitation is 0.08".
What is the temperature now?
Currently (2:31 pm CDT) it is 46.4°F in Salem.
What is the weather forecast for Salem for today?
Today, rain showers are expected, with damp conditions lasting through the day.
Will it rain today?
There is a high likelihood of rainfall, but precipitation will be minimal.
What will be the highest temperature in Salem today?
Today, the highest temperature will be 48.2°F, while the lowest temperature will be 41°F.
The maximum temperature will be notably lower than the average highest temperature of 60.8°F in April. The lowest temperature will be in line with the average low of 43.3°F.
When is the sunrise / sunset today?
On Friday, in Salem, sunrise was at 6:42 am and sunset will be at 7:36 pm (CDT).
How many hours of daylight will Salem have today?
In Salem, today, there will be 12h and 53min of daylight.

Hourly weather forecast

3 pm
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    43°F
Rain
Rain
  • Wind: 6mph NE
  • Pressure: 30.12"Hg
  • Humidity: 85%
  • Precip. probability: 91%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 4mi
4 pm
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    45°F
Rain
Rain
  • Wind: 7mph NE
  • Pressure: 30.12"Hg
  • Humidity: 83%
  • Precip. probability: 59%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 4mi
5 pm
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    43°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 9mph NE
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 82%
  • Precip. probability: 54%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 6mi
6 pm
  • 48°F
  • Feels like:
    43°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 12mph NE
  • Pressure: 30.09"Hg
  • Humidity: 74%
  • Precip. probability: 24%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 9mi
7 pm
  • 46°F
  • Feels like:
    41°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 11mph NNE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 78%
  • Precip. probability: 11%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 9mi
Sunset: 7:36 pm
8 pm
  • 45°F
  • Feels like:
    39°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 11mph NNE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 85%
  • Precip. probability: 12%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 8mi
9 pm
  • 45°F
  • Feels like:
    39°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 11mph NNE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 85%
  • Precip. probability: 17%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 7mi
10 pm
  • 45°F
  • Feels like:
    39°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 11mph NNE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 87%
  • Precip. probability: 39%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 6mi
11 pm
  • 45°F
  • Feels like:
    37°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 12mph NNE
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 90%
  • Precip. probability: 44%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 5mi
12 am
  • 45°F
  • Feels like:
    39°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 11mph N
  • Pressure: 30.06"Hg
  • Humidity: 90%
  • Precip. probability: 35%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 5mi
For the rest of the day, a combination of damp and dull weather is forecasted.
With minimal precipitation of 0.04", rainfall is expected from 3 pm to 5 pm, 10 pm and at 11 pm.
The temperature will vary between a minimum of 44.6°F and a maximum of 48.2°F. The feels-like temperature will vary between a minimum of 37.4°F and a maximum of 44.6°F. The warmest part of the day will be around 6 pm.
The day’s peak temperature will reflect March's norm of 48.2°F more than April's 60.8°F. The minimum temperature will be in line with April's average low of 43.3°F.
Updated: Apr 4, 2025 @ 19:31:50 UTC
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Salem, Iowa, USA

  • en: Salem, Iowa, USA
  • es: Salem, Iowa, EE.UU.
  • hr: Salem, Ajova, SAD
  • sr: Salem, Ajova, SAD
  • zh: 塞勒姆, 爱荷华州, 美国
  • Latitude: 40.852808°
  • Longitude: -91.620161°
  • Elevation: 719 ft
  • Current time: 2:31pm CDT
  • Sunrise: 6:42 am CDT
  • Sunset: 7:36 pm CDT
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
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