Salem city Climate
Salem city, Virginia
NOAA NCEI 1991-2020 Climate NormalsAvg Annual Temp
55.5°F
Annual Precip
45.7"
Annual Snowfall
11.4"
Extreme Heat Days
28
days >= 90°F/yr
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Climate Verdict
Salem city has a mild, with an average annual temperature of 55.5°F, moderately wet with 45.7 inches of annual precipitation, occasional hot days — 27.7 per year above 90°F, light snow averaging 11.4 inches per year. This climate profile shapes everything from energy costs to outdoor recreation opportunities.
Seasonal Breakdown
Winters are cold, with January averaging 35.5°F. summers are warm — July averages 75.1°F. The 40°F seasonal variation provides noticeable but manageable change.
Outdoor & Gardening Guidance
The moderate temperatures support hiking, cycling, and camping comfortably in spring, summer, and fall.
Regional Context
Salem city closely matches the Virginia statewide average temperature of 56.2°F.
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Data sources: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020. Forecast and alert data from National Weather Service API. Air quality data from Open-Meteo.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables. Station data is aggregated to county level. Forecasts and alerts are fetched live and may change frequently. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.