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Salem Weather in January

Salem in January sees low temperatures, with highs around 4°C (39°F) and overnight lows of -1°C (30°F). Snow/rainfall is fairly high at around 77 mm (3 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Salem in January

On average, there are about 15 days with snow/rain during this month, averaging 77 mm (3 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Salem in January

If you're visiting Salem in January, expect highs of 4°C (39°F) and overnight lows around -1°C (30°F). The winter season is characteristic of January. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year, making it a great time for cozying up indoors. Do make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Sunshine in Salem in January

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 56 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Salem. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Salem Temperature in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 50%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 56 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 22% *  
* Data from: St. Gallen, Switzerland (39 KM, 24 Miles).

Best Places in Germany in January

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Salem in January

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Salem in January. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Salem in January

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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