September weather forecast
Salem, OR

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An evening shot of the leafy town of Salem in Oregon
An evening shot of the leafy town of Salem in Oregon

Weather in September

September's weather in Salem is a blend of summer and fall, with warmth fading gradually. Compared to August, rainfall inches up to 1.22, signaling the starting shift towards the wet season. However, September remains an ideal time for visiting the city's attractions and taking part in local events. The transition brought by September is a welcome change for many, as it leads Salem into the bounty of fall.

Temperature

Salem's September weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from August's 82°F (27.8°C) to a still warm 74.7°F (23.7°C). Salem's average low-temperature for the month of September denotes a significant decline from the daily high, recording at a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

In September, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In September, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout September, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Salem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.5 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Salem, the average length of the day in September is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of September, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September is 9.4h.

UV index

In September, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during September translates into these guidelines:
Heed the precautions - It is counselled to guard against solar damage. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are September temperatures?

During September, Salem experiences an average high-temperature of 74.7°F (23.7°C) and a low-temperature of 50.9°F (10.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in September?

In September, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How much does it rain in September?

In Salem, during September, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in September?

In Salem, the average day length in September is 12h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in September?

In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in September?

The average sunshine duration in September is 9.4h.

What is the UV index reading in September?

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall
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Average temperature in September
Salem, OR

Average temperature in September - Salem, OR
  • Average high temperature in September: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.5°F).

Average pressure in September
Salem, OR

Average pressure in September - Salem, OR
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

Average wind speed in September
Salem, OR

Average wind speed in September - Salem, OR
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and November (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in September
Salem, OR

Average humidity in September - Salem, OR
  • Average humidity in September: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

Average rainfall in September
Salem, OR

Average rainfall in September - Salem, OR
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

Average rainfall days in September
Salem, OR

Average rainfall days in September - Salem, OR
  • Average rainfall days in September: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in September
Salem, OR

Average snowfall in September - Salem, OR
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in September
Salem, OR

Average snowfall days in September - Salem, OR
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Salem, OR

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Salem, OR
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in September
Salem, OR

Average sunshine days in September - Salem, OR
  • Average sunshine days in September: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.8 days).

Average UV index in September
Salem, OR

Average UV index in September - Salem, OR
  • Average UV index in September: 4

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

Average cloud cover in September
Salem, OR

Average cloud cover in September - Salem, OR
  • Average cloud cover in September: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in September
Salem, OR

Average visibility in September - Salem, OR
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

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

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