Best Time to Visit Salem, Oregon, USA
Salem is at its sunniest and driest in June–September.
The best time to visit Salem for sunny, dry weather is June–September — 4 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 4.6°C / 40.3°F in January to 19.5°C / 67.1°F in July, with rainfall from 14 mm / 0.6 in (July) to 176 mm / 6.9 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Salem, Oregon, United States of America's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Salem's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 16.6°C61.9°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| July | 19.5°C67.1°F | 14 mm0.6″ | Sunny & Mild |
| August | 19.4°C66.9°F | 18 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| September | 16.9°C62.4°F | 38 mm1.5″ | Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Salem?
The best time to visit Salem for sunny, dry weather is June, July, August, September. At the city itself, the warmest month is July averaging 19.5°C / 67.1°F, and the driest is July with about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Salem's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Salem?
The rainy season at Salem, Oregon runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 75 mm / 3 in. The wettest single month is December (176 mm / 6.9 in).
What is the driest month in Salem?
The driest month in Salem is July, averaging about 14 mm / 0.6 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 19.5°C / 67.1°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Salem?
The least comfortable months for travel to Salem — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, November, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 176 mm / 6.9 in in December, and the coldest month averages 4.6°C / 40.3°F.
Is Salem climate different from United States of America overall?
Yes, usually. Our Salem figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our United States of America figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Salem specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.