Salem Weather in March

What's the weather like in Salem (Oregon) in March 2024?

The climate in Salem during March can be summarized as cool and damp.

March is in the spring in Salem and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 13°C (55°F), whilst at night 2°C (36°F) is normal.

Salem weather averages (imperial / metric)
Daytime temperature 12.9°C 55.2°F
Nightly temperature 2.1°C 35.8°F
Average temperature 7.5°C 45.5°F
Daily sunshine 6.5 hrs
Avg rainfall 118 mm 4.6 ins
Rainy days 17 days
Sea temperature 10°C 50°F
Humidity 77%
Windspeed 14kph 9 mph

On average March is the 5th wettest month of the year in Salem with around 118mm 4.6 inches of rain making it a damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 17 days, although this may vary considerably.

On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.

March temperatures in Salem

Salem average temperature in March

March rainfall

Salem average rain in March

March hourly sunshine

Salem average rain in March

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 March 2024.