What is today's weather forecast for Salem, VA?

Today's forecast for Salem shows a low of 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly clear, with a low around 50.

What is the 7-day weather forecast for Salem, VA?

The 7-day forecast for Salem shows highs from 55 to 72 degrees and lows from 37 to 57 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 4 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Salem, VA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Salem this week. Precipitation chances: Saturday (30% chance), Tuesday (50% chance), Thursday (30% chance), Friday (30% chance).

How accurate is the Salem weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate Salem forecasts using National Weather Service data and current conditions from the nearest available weather stations, often miles closer than regional airports, for the most precise local forecasts.

Salem, VA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

Switch to Metric Units

63°F
Feels Like 63°F

Humidity 38% Dew Point 37°F Wind Calm Barometer 30.1 in.764.5 mm

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 0.9 miles NW of central Salem
at 5:37 PM Fri, Nov 14, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

FriNov 14

SatNov 15

SunNov 16

MonNov 17

TueNov 18

50%

WedNov 19

ThuNov 20

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

Variable high temperatures through the week, ranging from 55°F to 72°F. Some rain possible with at least 3 days showing precipitation chances of 20% or higher.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 5°F above the historical average for November. Normal highs for this period are around 56°F with lows around 33°F.

This Date in Weather History

1986 - An early season cold wave set more than 200 records from the northwestern U.S. to the east coast over a seven day period. For some places it proved to be the coldest weather of the winter season.

Salem, VA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Friday Nov 14

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 50. West wind 6 to 9 mph.

Saturday Nov 15

Day: Increasing clouds, with a high near 72. West wind 8 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.

Night: A chance of rain after 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 57. West wind 13 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 28 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Sunday Nov 16

Day: Partly sunny, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 65. Breezy, with a northwest wind 15 to 20 mph, with gusts as high as 30 mph.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 37. West wind 9 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.

Monday Nov 17

Day: Sunny, with a high near 57.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 37.

Tuesday Nov 18

Day: A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 55. Chance of precipitation is 50%.

Night: A chance of rain before 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 42. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Wednesday Nov 19

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 57.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41.

Thursday Nov 20

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 61.

Night: A chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 45. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

Friday Nov 21

Day: A chance of rain. Partly sunny, with a high near 61. Chance of precipitation is 30%.

About Salem, VA

Salem is an independent city in the U.S. commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 25,346. It is the county seat of Roanoke County, although the two are separate jurisdictions. The Bureau of Economic Analysis combines the city of Salem with Roanoke County, which surrounds both Salem and the neighboring City of Roanoke, for statistical purposes. Salem has its own courthouse and sheriff's office, but shares a jail with Roanoke County, which is located in the Roanoke County Courthouse complex in Salem. The Roanoke County Sheriff's Office and Roanoke County Department of Social Services are also located within Salem, though the county administrative offices are located in unincorporated Cave Spring. Roanoke College is located in the city. Salem is also the home to a Minor League Baseball team, the Salem RidgeYaks.

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