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

How is the weather in Salem in March? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In March, Salem typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 13°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C.

Salem in March usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 144 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 201 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, March may not be the ideal month to visit Salem. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Salem climate page with graphs.

 

Salem, monthly averages in March

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 13°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 67%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 144 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
SunshineSunshine 201 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United States of America in March

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America in March 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 March?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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