The climate in Salem during October can be summarized as mild and reasonably dry.
October is in the fall / autumn in Salem and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 19°C (67°F), whilst at night 8°C (46°F) is normal.
| Daytime temperature | 19.4°C 66.9°F |
|---|---|
| Nightly temperature | 7.8°C 46°F |
| Average temperature | 13.6°C 56.5°F |
| Daily sunshine | 7.2 hrs |
| Avg rainfall | 76 mm 3 ins |
| Rainy days | 7 days |
| Sea temperature | 16.6°C 61.9°F |
| Humidity | 72% |
| Windspeed | 14.4kph 9 mph |
On average October is the 2nd driest month of the year in Salem with around 76mm 3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.2 hours of sunshine per day.
The data used in these monthly averages covers a period of over 100 years right up until last year. As such they are a valid prediction of what to expect for the weather in Salem in October 2025.
Best places to visit in October
| Hottest month: | July | 29.7°C 85.5°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | February | 75mm 3ins |
| Sunniest month: | August | 9.1hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 3.8°C 38.8°F |
| Wettest month: | July | 105mm 4.1ins |