Salem weather in October (Massachusetts, United States of America)
What should you pack for a trip to Salem in October? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.
Temperatures
The month of October in Salem typically includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 17°C, while nights can cool down to about 7°C.
Precipitation
Salem in October usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 124 mm for the month. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 12 days will experience rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 207 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Salem climate page with graphs.
Salem, monthly averages in October
Where to go in the United States of America in October
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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Salem, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
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