Salem Historic Weather Records

Analyse hottest, coldest, windiest & wettest days

Salem Weather Trend Graph


Temperature (°C)
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Months
Max Temp.
Historic Max Temp.
Min Temp.
Historic Min Temp.

Yearly Summary 2026


40°C
Highest Temp
21 Jul. 26

-6°C
Lowest Temp
24 Jan. 26


Seasonal Breakdown

Hottest MonthAugust31.64°C

Coldest MonthJanuary1.74°C

Wettest MonthFebruary8.52mm

Windiest MonthAugust17.48km/h

Frequently Asked Questions


1. What is the hottest month in Salem historically?

August is historically Salem's hottest month, with average maximum temperatures around 29°C. During peak heatwave events, the highest recorded temperatures have reached 44°C on 2021-06-27.

2. What is the coldest month in Salem historically?

February is Salem's coldest month, with average minimum temperatures around 2°C. The all-time record low of -13°C was recorded on 2024-01-16.

3. What is the average annual rainfall in Salem over the past 17 years?

Salem's average annual rainfall is approximately 1161.8mm, based on records spanning 17 years.

4. How many rainy days does Salem experience on average per year?

Salem historically records approximately 171.5 rainy days per year. December has the highest number of rain days at an average of 20.9 days.

5. What is the all-time highest temperature ever recorded in Salem?

The all-time highest temperature recorded in Salem is 44°C on 2021-06-27.

6. What is the all-time lowest temperature ever recorded in Salem?

The all-time lowest temperature recorded in Salem is -13°C on 2024-01-16.

7. What is the windiest time of year in Salem historically?

Salem experiences its strongest winds during March. The historic gust record of 40.7 kph was recorded on 2014-10-25.

8. What is the highest and lowest humidity in Salem during a year?

Usually, Salem's humidity peaks in December at around 87.5% and drops to its lowest in August at approximately 62.7%.