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The best time to visit Salem

Month-by-month climate averages for Salem, OR, so you can pick your dates on data rather than guesswork.

Short answer

The most comfortable time to visit Salem is usually May, June, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest December rain is behind you.

Salem is warmest in July (highs near 87°F) and coldest in February (lows around 34°F), with roughly 51 inches of precipitation across the year and December the wettest month. The sweet spot for most visitors is May, June, September and October.

These are long-run averages. For the actual days you are travelling, check the live Salem forecast — and note how much the models agree, because that tells you how much to trust it.

Salem weather by month

what to expect in Salem through the year

Here is Salem's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °F, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Salem by season.

Jan
47°
35°
Cool
Feb
49°
34°
Cool
Mar
52°
35°
Cool
Apr
57°
40°
Cool
May
69°
46°
Mild
Jun
76°
51°
Warm
Jul
87°
57°
Hot
Aug
85°
58°
Hot
Sep
76°
53°
Warm
Oct
64°
46°
Mild
Nov
51°
40°
Cool
Dec
48°
38°
Cool
Wettest

Common questions

When is the best time to visit Salem?
The most comfortable time to visit Salem is usually May, June, September and October, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 60-78°F range and the heaviest December rain is behind you.
What is the warmest month in Salem?
July is the warmest month in Salem, averaging highs near 87°F.
What is the coldest month in Salem?
February is the coldest month in Salem, with lows around 34°F.
When is the rainy season in Salem?
The wettest month in Salem is usually December, out of roughly 51 inches of precipitation across the year.

Salem month by month

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