What is today's weather forecast for New Salem, IL?

Today's forecast for New Salem shows a low of 4 degrees Fahrenheit. Mostly clear, with a low around 4.

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

The 7-day forecast for New Salem shows highs from 27 to 39 degrees and lows from 4 to 29 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 4 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in New Salem, IL this week?

Yes, rain is possible in New Salem this week. Precipitation chances: Saturday (40% chance), Sunday (30% chance), Tuesday (20% chance), Wednesday (40% chance).

How accurate is the New Salem weather forecast?

WeatherForYou provides highly accurate New 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.

New Salem, IL Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

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15°F
Feels Like 15°F

Humidity 61% Dew Point 4°F Wind Calm Barometer 30.42 in.

Report from a personal weather station 9.9 mi. N of central New Salem
at 4:59 PM Thu, Dec 4, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

ThuDec 4

FriDec 5

SatDec 6

SunDec 7

30%

MonDec 8

TueDec 9

WedDec 10

40%

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures remain relatively stable through the week, ranging from 27°F to 39°F. Unsettled weather expected with rain or snow likely on at least 4 days.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 7°F below the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 40°F with lows around 24°F.

This Date in Weather History

1987 - A cold front crossing the Pacific Coast Region brought high winds and heavy rain to California. Thunderstorm winds gusted to 55 mph at Newport Beach CA, and Mount Wilson CA was drenched with 2.17 inches of rain in six hours. Gale force winds prevailed along the Northern Pacific Coast, and winds in the Tehachapis Mountains of southern California gusted to 60 mph.

New Salem, IL 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Thursday Dec 4

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 4. Calm wind becoming south around 6 mph after midnight.

Friday Dec 5

Day: Sunny, with a high near 34. South wind 6 to 9 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 24. South wind 5 to 7 mph becoming light and variable after midnight.

Saturday Dec 6

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 33. Calm wind becoming east around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Night: A 40 percent chance of snow after midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 26. East wind 5 to 7 mph.

Sunday Dec 7

Day: A 30 percent chance of snow, mainly before noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 29.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 7.

Monday Dec 8

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 27.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19.

Tuesday Dec 9

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 38.

Night: A 20 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 29.

Wednesday Dec 10

Day: A 40 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 39.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 18.

Thursday Dec 11

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 30.

About New Salem, IL

New Salem is the name of several places in Illinois: New Salem, now also known as Lincoln's New Salem, a recreated former village in Menard County New Salem Township, McDonough County, Illinois New Salem, Pike County, Illinois New Salem Township, Pike County, Illinois

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