September weather forecast
Salem, OR

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An evening shot of the leafy town of Salem in Oregon
An evening shot of the leafy town of Salem in Oregon

Weather in September

September's weather in Salem is a blend of summer and fall, with warmth fading gradually. Compared to August, rainfall inches up to 1.22, signaling the starting shift towards the wet season. However, September remains an ideal time for visiting the city's attractions and taking part in local events. The transition brought by September is a welcome change for many, as it leads Salem into the bounty of fall.

Temperature

Salem experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of September, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a warm 82°F (27.8°C) in August to a still moderately hot 74.7°F (23.7°C). Despite the hot September days, Salem's nights see an average temperature plunge to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Humidity

In Salem, the average relative humidity in September is 70%.

Rainfall

In Salem, Oregon, in September, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Salem, Oregon, there are 162.5 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through October are months without snowfall in Salem.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day is 12h and 30min.
On the first day of September in Salem, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In Salem, the average sunshine in September is 9.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in September is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in September leads to these guidelines:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in September in Salem?

The average high-temperature, in September, in Salem, is 74.7°F (23.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 50.9°F (10.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in September in Salem?

The average relative humidity in September in Salem is 70%.

How much does it rain in Salem in September?

In Salem, Oregon, in September, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Salem?

April through October are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Salem have in September?

In September, the average day length is 12h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Salem?

On the first day of September in Salem, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 7:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 6:53 pm PDT.

How long on average sun shines in September in Salem?

In Salem, Oregon, the average sunshine duration in September is 9.4h.

How high is the UV index in September in Salem?

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Salem is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in September
Salem, OR

Average temperature in September - Salem, OR
  • Average high temperature in September: 74.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (82°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in September: 50.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (54.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (34.5°F).

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Average pressure in September
Salem, OR

Average pressure in September - Salem, OR
  • Average pressure in September: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are August and September (30.01"Hg).

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Average wind speed in September
Salem, OR

Average wind speed in September - Salem, OR
  • Average wind speed in September: 4.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, March and November (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in September
Salem, OR

Average humidity in September - Salem, OR
  • Average humidity in September: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).

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Average rainfall in September
Salem, OR

Average rainfall in September - Salem, OR
  • Average rainfall in September: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (0.28").

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Average rainfall days in September
Salem, OR

Average rainfall days in September - Salem, OR
  • Average rainfall days in September: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in September
Salem, OR

Average snowfall in September - Salem, OR
  • Average snowfall in September: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in September
Salem, OR

Average snowfall days in September - Salem, OR
  • Average snowfall days in September: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Salem, OR

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Salem, OR
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in September
Salem, OR

Average sunshine days in September - Salem, OR
  • Average sunshine days in September: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in September
Salem, OR

Average UV index in September - Salem, OR
  • Average UV index in September: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in September
Salem, OR

Average cloud cover in September - Salem, OR
  • Average cloud cover in September: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

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Average visibility in September
Salem, OR

Average visibility in September - Salem, OR
  • Average visibility in September: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (5mi).

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