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Weather in January

January, the same as December, in Salem, South Carolina, is another chilly winter month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and 45°F (7.2°C). January proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a minimum temperature 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 an average temperature varying between 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C). The commencement of February brings an average high-temperature of a still frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C), marking an inconsequential divergence from January. Weather in February »

Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Salem, is a moderate month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.3°F (13.5°C) and 38.1°F (3.4°C). March's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C) in February to a refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C). Weather in March »

Weather in April

April is a comfortable spring month in Salem, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between min 45.7°F (7.6°C) and max 65.7°F (18.7°C). As Salem transitions into April, the average high-temperature is observed to rise from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) in March to an enjoyable 65.7°F (18.7°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 fluctuating between 73.6°F (23.1°C) and 52.5°F (11.4°C). As April transitions into May, Salem notices a gentle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a comfortable 65.7°F (18.7°C) to a moderately hot 73.6°F (23.1°C). Weather in May »

Weather in June

June, the first month of the summer in Salem, is still a warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 80.6°F (27°C) and an average low of 59°F (15°C). Salem, South Carolina, perceives a slight temperature ascent during June, with average high-temperatures adjusting from 73.6°F (23.1°C) in May to a still moderately hot 80.6°F (27°C). Weather in June »

Weather in July

July, the same as June, is another warm summer month in Salem, South Carolina, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.9°F (28.3°C) and min 62.1°F (16.7°C). July, with its high-temperature average of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and a low-temperature average of 62.1°F (16.7°C), is the warmest month. For July, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°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 60.8°F (16°C) and 81.9°F (27.7°C). The transition into August shows a subtle variation to a still moderately hot 81.9°F (27.7°C) from July's 82.9°F (28.3°C) in the average high-temperature. Weather in August »

Weather in September

The first month of the autumn, September, is also a moderately hot month in Salem, South Carolina, with an average temperature fluctuating between 56.8°F (13.8°C) and 77.7°F (25.4°C). Salem commences September with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Weather in September »

Weather in October

October, the same as September, is another refreshing autumn month in Salem, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.6°F (19.2°C) and an average low of 47.1°F (8.4°C). The onset of October coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a moderately hot 77.7°F (25.4°C) in September to an enjoyable 66.6°F (19.2°C). Weather in October »

Weather in November

November, the last month of the autumn in Salem, is another mild month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 55.9°F (13.3°C) and an average low of 37.6°F (3.1°C). The onset of November results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a comfortable 66.6°F (19.2°C) in October to a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C). Weather in November »

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Salem, South Carolina, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average high of 49.1°F (9.5°C). Salem's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Weather in December »
Updated: Feb 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Salem?

January stands out as Salem's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What are the least humid months in Salem?

The months with the lowest humidity are January and November, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

How many days does it rain in Salem?

In Salem, South Carolina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.1 days and collects up to 45.59" (1158mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow in Salem?

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Salem, South Carolina.

How many days does it snow in Salem?

Throughout the year, in Salem, South Carolina, there are 23.4 snowfall days, and 22.99" (584mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

When is Daylight Saving Time (DST) in Salem?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Salem, South Carolina, 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 is the wettest month in Salem?

The months with the most rainfall in Salem are April and December, with an average 4.96" (126mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Salem?

May through September are months without snowfall in Salem, South Carolina.

When are the longest days in Salem?

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

What month has the most sunshine in Salem?

The month with the most sunshine is June, with an average of 10.7h of sunshine.

When is the highest UV index in Salem?

The month with the highest UV index in Salem, South Carolina, is June, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the hottest time of year in Salem?

The temperatures in Salem, South Carolina, reach their highest averages in July, with highs of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and lows of 62.1°F (16.7°C).

What is the driest month in Salem?

September is the month with the least rainfall in Salem, South Carolina. Rain falls for 14.9 days and accumulates 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

What is the most humid month in Salem?

December is the most humid month in Salem, South Carolina, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the snowiest month in Salem?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.3 days and typically aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salem?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Salem?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Salem, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

Average temperature
Salem, SC

Average temperature - Salem, SC

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure
Salem, SC

Average pressure - Salem, SC

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed
Salem, SC

Average wind speed - Salem, SC

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.5mph).

Average humidity
Salem, SC

Average humidity - Salem, SC

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and November (75%).

Average rainfall
Salem, SC

Average rainfall - Salem, SC

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days
Salem, SC

Average rainfall days - Salem, SC

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall
Salem, SC

Average snowfall - Salem, SC

The month with the highest snowfall is December (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days
Salem, SC

Average snowfall days - Salem, SC

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight / Average sunshine
Salem, SC

Average daylight / Average sunshine - Salem, SC

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 54min).

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days
Salem, SC

Average sunshine days - Salem, SC

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

Average visibility
Salem, SC

Average visibility - Salem, SC

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

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