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Salem, NM

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Weather in January

January, like December, in Salem, New Mexico, is a cool winter month, with an average temperature ranging between min 36°F (2.2°C) and max 53.8°F (12.1°C). Salem's shift into January sets the average high-temperature at a still fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C), a figure that deviates only slightly from December's 53.4°F (11.9°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Salem, is a mild month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.1°F (4.5°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C). Salem's February weather indicates a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from January's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C). Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salem, is an agreeable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average high of 68.9°F (20.5°C). March's onset witnesses a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in February to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April is a warm spring month in Salem, New Mexico, with an average temperature varying between 76.3°F (24.6°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C). The arrival of April introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a pleasant 68.9°F (20.5°C) in March to a moderately hot 76.3°F (24.6°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Salem, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.8°F (14.9°C) and 83.5°F (28.6°C). The shift from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 76.3°F (24.6°C) to a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Salem, is a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 93.7°F (34.3°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C). Temperature readings reach their annual highs in June, averaging 93.7°F (34.3°C) and a minimum average of 70.9°F (21.6°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July, the same as June, in Salem, New Mexico, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 73.9°F (23.3°C) and 92.1°F (33.4°C). The average high-temperature during July is a still hot 92.1°F (33.4°C), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Weather in July »

Weather in August

The last month of the summer, August, is another tropical month in Salem, New Mexico, with an average temperature fluctuating between 72.5°F (22.5°C) and 90.9°F (32.7°C). As Salem, New Mexico, welcomes August, the average high-temperature stabilizes at a still tropical 90.9°F (32.7°C), showing little deviation from July's 92.1°F (33.4°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Salem, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 66.7°F (19.3°C) and an average high of 84.4°F (29.1°C). September brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a tropical 90.9°F (32.7°C) in August to a warm 84.4°F (29.1°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another warm autumn month in Salem, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 56.1°F (13.4°C) and an average high of 74.7°F (23.7°C). October indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, from September's warm 84.4°F (29.1°C) to a still moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Salem, is also an enjoyable month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and an average high of 62.8°F (17.1°C). Transition into November marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C) in October to a comfortable 62.8°F (17.1°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Salem, New Mexico, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37°F (2.8°C) and an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C). Salem's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and lows of 37°F (2.8°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How much does it rain?

In Salem, New Mexico, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.2 days and collects up to 9.61" (244mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow?

Months with snowfall are January, February, November and December.

How much does it snow?

In Salem, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.3 days and aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

When it does not snow in Salem?

In Salem, snow does not fall in March through October.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST)?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from MST to MDT. Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from MDT to MST.

What are the least humid months?

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 22%, are the least humid months in Salem.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is April, when the rain falls for 3.2 days and typically collects 0.12" (3mm) of precipitation.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Salem?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What part of the year is the hottest?

Salem's warmest month, June, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 93.7°F (34.3°C) to a low of 70.9°F (21.6°C).

When are the longest days?

With an average of 14h and 18min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is June, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

What is the wettest month?

The month with the most rainfall is July, when the rain falls for 18.6 days and typically aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

What is the coldest month?

December stands out as Salem's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 53.4°F (11.9°C) and a low of 37°F (2.8°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 50%.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 1.2 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salem?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Salem?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

Average temperature
Salem, NM

Average temperature - Salem, NM

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (53.4°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (36°F).

Average pressure
Salem, NM

Average pressure - Salem, NM

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed
Salem, NM

Average wind speed - Salem, NM

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (6.3mph).

Average humidity
Salem, NM

Average humidity - Salem, NM

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (22%).

Average rainfall
Salem, NM

Average rainfall - Salem, NM

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.12").

Average rainfall days
Salem, NM

Average rainfall days - Salem, NM

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall
Salem, NM

Average snowfall - Salem, NM

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days
Salem, NM

Average snowfall days - Salem, NM

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Salem, NM

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Salem, NM

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days
Salem, NM

Average sunshine days - Salem, NM

The month with the most sunshine days is January (28.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.4 days).

Average visibility
Salem, NM

Average visibility - Salem, NM

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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