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

Today's forecast for New Salem shows a low of 27 degrees Fahrenheit. Clear, with a low around 27.

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

The 7-day forecast for New Salem shows highs from 47 to 54 degrees and lows from 22 to 36 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 3 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in New Salem, NC this week?

Yes, rain is possible in New Salem this week. Precipitation chances: Sunday (50% chance), Monday (50% chance), Tuesday (70% 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, NC Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Station

Switch to Metric Units

38°F
Feels Like 38°F

Humidity 57% Dew Point 24°F Wind Calm Barometer 30.47 in.

Report from a personal weather station 14.6 mi. WNW of central New Salem
at 7:31 PM Thu, Nov 27, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

ThuNov 27

FriNov 28

SatNov 29

SunNov 30

20%

MonDec 1

TueDec 2

70%

WedDec 3

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures remain relatively stable through the week, ranging from 47°F to 53°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 9°F below the historical average for November-December. Normal highs for this period are around 59°F with lows around 36°F.

This Date in Weather History

1883 - Fire engines were called out in New York City and New Haven, CT, as a result of the afterglow of the sunset due to vivid red ash from the Krakatoa Volcano explosion in August.

New Salem, NC 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Thursday Nov 27

Night: Clear, with a low around 27. Northwest wind 3 to 6 mph.

Friday Nov 28

Day: Sunny, with a high near 48. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 18 mph.

Night: Mostly clear, with a low around 22. Calm wind.

Saturday Nov 29

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 47. Light and variable wind.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 28. Calm wind.

Sunday Nov 30

Day: A 20 percent chance of rain after noon. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 53.

Night: A 50 percent chance of rain. Cloudy, with a low around 36.

Monday Dec 1

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 48.

Night: A 50 percent chance of rain after 11pm. Cloudy, with a low around 36.

Tuesday Dec 2

Day: Rain likely, mainly before 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 47. Chance of precipitation is 70%.

Night: A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 33.

Wednesday Dec 3

Day: Sunny, with a high near 52.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around 31.

Thursday Dec 4

Day: Mostly sunny, with a high near 54.

About New Salem, NC

New Salem is an unincorporated community in Union County, North Carolina, United States. It is located northeast of Monroe, at the intersection of NC 205 and NC 218. New Salem is the home of Polk Mountain, which is the southernmost high peak of the Uwharrie Mountains at 861 feet (262 m) at its peak.

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