Salem weather in December (Oregon, United States of America)

Planning a trip to Salem in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Salem generally has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 8°C. But by evening, they drop to around 2°C. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Ensure you're prepared by packing appropriate winter gear.

Salem in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 195 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Typically around 22 days of rainfall is expected.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 76 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Salem. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, March, November 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 December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 195 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
SunshineSunshine 76 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Salem in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

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