About Salem, OR's Climate & Weather History

With a population of around 176,000, Salem sits in Oregon, United States. The city operates in the Pacific Time Zone.

In 2025, Salem recorded an average annual temperature of 54°F — right at the 30-year normal of 54°F. The hottest day reached 99°F in August; the coldest was 21°F in February. Total precipitation was 46 inches (wetter than usual). The wettest month was December.