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Weather in January

January, like December, is another chilly winter month in Salem, North Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average high of 44.8°F (7.1°C). January tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C). Weather in January »

Weather in February

February, the last month of the winter in Salem, is another chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C). The shift into February finds Salem at an average high-temperature of a still frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C), closely comparable to January's conditions. Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salem, is a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.8°F (3.8°C) and max 56.7°F (13.7°C). The coming of March brings a minor shift in Salem's weather, with average high-temperatures adjusting from February's chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) to a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April in Salem, North Carolina, is a comfortable spring month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 67.3°F (19.6°C) and an average low of 47.1°F (8.4°C). In Salem, the onset of April comes with an increased average high-temperature, moving from March's moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a comfortable 67.3°F (19.6°C). Weather in April »

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Salem, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 54.3°F (12.4°C) and max 75.6°F (24.2°C). Entering May, Salem notices a subtle temperature elevation, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's enjoyable 67.3°F (19.6°C) to a moderately hot 75.6°F (24.2°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

The first month of the summer, June, is still a warm month in Salem, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 84°F (28.9°C) and min 61.2°F (16.2°C). Observing a slight rise in June, the average high-temperature shifts from May's 75.6°F (24.2°C) to a still warm 84°F (28.9°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July in Salem, North Carolina, is a hot summer month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 86.7°F (30.4°C) and 64°F (17.8°C). The warmest temperatures occur during July, when averages reach a peak of 86.7°F (30.4°C) and a low of 64°F (17.8°C). For July, the heat index is computed to be a very hot 98.6°F (37°C). Weather in July »

Weather in August

August, the last month of the summer in Salem, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 85.1°F (29.5°C) and 63.1°F (17.3°C). The shift into August records an average high-temperature of a moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C), subtly varied from July's 86.7°F (30.4°C). Weather in August »

Weather in September

September, the first month of the autumn in Salem, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 58.5°F (14.7°C) and 79.5°F (26.4°C). September ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from August's moderately hot 85.1°F (29.5°C) to a still warm 79.5°F (26.4°C). Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, the same as September, in Salem, North Carolina, is another pleasant autumn month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 68°F (20°C) and an average low of 48.2°F (9°C). Stepping into October, Salem observes a temperature decline, with the average high falling from September's warm 79.5°F (26.4°C) to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Salem, is another refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.1°F (3.4°C) and max 56.3°F (13.5°C). With the beginning of November, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from an agreeable 68°F (20°C) in October to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Salem, North Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.3°F (1.3°C) and max 49.1°F (9.5°C). The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Salem?

January is Salem's coldest month, registering average high temperatures of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and lows of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

How many days does it rain in Salem?

Throughout the year, in Salem, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow in Salem?

Months with snowfall in Salem are January through April, November and December.

How many days does it snow in Salem?

Throughout the year, there are 9.1 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

When is the lowest UV index in Salem?

The months with the lowest UV index in Salem are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Salem?

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

What are the most humid months in Salem?

The months with the highest humidity in Salem are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

When it does not snow in Salem?

May through October are months without snowfall in Salem, North Carolina.

When are the longest days in Salem?

With an average of 14h and 30min of daylight, June has the longest days of the year.

What month has the most sunshine in Salem?

With an average of 10.9h of sunshine, June has the most sunshine of the year in Salem, North Carolina.

When is the highest UV index in Salem?

June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Salem, North Carolina.

What is the warmest month in Salem?

July, having an average high-temperature of 86.7°F (30.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C), is the warmest month in Salem.

What is the least humid month in Salem?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, July is the least humid month in Salem.

What is the driest month in Salem?

September is the month with the least rainfall in Salem, North Carolina. Rain falls for 13.7 days and accumulates 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation.

What is the wettest month in Salem?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 11.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Salem?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 1.3 days and accumulates 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salem?

The month with the shortest days in Salem, North Carolina, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Salem?

The month with the least sunshine in Salem is December, with an average of 5.6h of sunshine.

Average temperature
Salem, NC

Average temperature - Salem, NC

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure
Salem, NC

Average pressure - Salem, NC

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed
Salem, NC

Average wind speed - Salem, NC

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity
Salem, NC

Average humidity - Salem, NC

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall
Salem, NC

Average rainfall - Salem, NC

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days
Salem, NC

Average rainfall days - Salem, NC

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall
Salem, NC

Average snowfall - Salem, NC

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days
Salem, NC

Average snowfall days - Salem, NC

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Salem, NC

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Salem, NC

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days
Salem, NC

Average sunshine days - Salem, NC

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index
Salem, NC

Average UV index - Salem, NC

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average visibility
Salem, NC

Average visibility - Salem, NC

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, July, August, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May and September (5mi).

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