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

Today's forecast for Salem shows a high of 15 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny, with a high near 15.

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

The 7-day forecast for Salem shows highs from 15 to 36 degrees and lows from -3 to 31 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect precipitation on 3 days with chances of 20% or higher.

Will it rain in Salem, IA this week?

Yes, rain is possible in Salem this week. Precipitation chances: Saturday (70% chance), Tuesday (30% chance), Wednesday (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, IA Weather Forecast and Current Conditions

Current Conditions From Nearby Local Station

Switch to Metric Units

20°F
Feels Like 14°F

Humidity 45% Dew Point 2°F Wind S 4 MPH Gusts 7 Barometer N/A

Solar Rad 196 w/m²

Report from a MADIS/MESONET weather station 4.5 mi. NE of central Salem
at 3:05 PM Thu, Dec 4, 2025

Point Forecast at a Glance

ThuDec 4

FriDec 5

SatDec 6

SunDec 7

-3

MonDec 8

TueDec 9

WedDec 10

30%

7-Day Temperature Trend

Week Ahead Summary

High temperatures climb from 15°F to a high of 36°F by week's end. Some precipitation possible, including both rain and snow.

Climate Context

This week's forecast shows temperatures running 9°F below the historical average for December. Normal highs for this period are around 37°F with lows around 20°F.

This Date in Weather History

1982 - The temperature in New York City's Central Park reached 72 degrees to establish a record high for December. The month as a whole was also the warmest of record.

Salem, IA 7 Day Weather Forecast Details

Thursday Dec 4

Day: Sunny, with a high near 15. Calm wind becoming south around 5 mph.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a temperature falling to near 5 by 9pm, then rising to around 11 during the remainder of the night. Wind chill values as low as -5. South wind 5 to 10 mph.

Friday Dec 5

Day: Sunny, with a high near 34. Wind chill values as low as zero. South wind 10 to 15 mph.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 20. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph becoming northwest after midnight.

Saturday Dec 6

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 29.

Night: Snow likely, mainly after midnight. Cloudy, with a low around 23. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible.

Sunday Dec 7

Day: Mostly cloudy, with a high near 24.

Night: Partly cloudy, with a low around -3.

Monday Dec 8

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 25.

Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 19.

Tuesday Dec 9

Day: Partly sunny, with a high near 34.

Night: A 30 percent chance of rain. Cloudy, with a low around 31.

Wednesday Dec 10

Day: A 30 percent chance of rain. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 36.

About Salem, IA

Salem is a city in Henry County, Iowa, United States. The population was 394 at the time of the 2020 census.

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