Local weather forecast

Weather in Salem, IN

Updated 2026-08-11 11:15 local time · ZIP codes 47167

Sunny
Now91°F

Sunny

High / Low96° / 76°
Rain chance7%
Wind13 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Heat Advisory issued August 11 at 4:30AM EDT until August 11 at 9:00PM EDT by NWS Louisville KY

* WHAT...Heat index values near 105 expected. * WHERE...Crawford and Orange Counties. * WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

Safety instructions

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Flood Watch issued August 11 at 4:37AM EDT until August 12 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Louisville KY

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Portions of Indiana, including the following area, Jefferson IN and Kentucky, including the following areas, Bourbon, Clark KY, Fayette, Franklin, Harrison KY, Henry, Jessamine, Madison, Nicholas, Scott KY, Trimble and Woodford. * WHEN...From noon EDT today through Wednesday morning. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Repeated rounds of heavy rainfall may result in flash flooding Tuesday afternoon into Tuesday night. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Safety instructions

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Flood Watch issued August 11 at 4:16AM EDT until August 12 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Much of central Indiana. * WHEN...From noon EDT today through this evening. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Multiple rounds of storms are likely to produce flooding this afternoon and evening with isolated rain amounts of 2 to 4 inches. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Safety instructions

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Hourly

Next hours

NowSunny91°6% rain
12 PMSunny93°4% rain
1 PMSunny95°3% rain
2 PMSunny96°3% rain
3 PMSunny96°2% rain
4 PMSunny93°3% rain
5 PMSunny95°2% rain
6 PMSunny93°2% rain
7 PMSunny90°3% rain
8 PMSunny87°5% rain
9 PMClear84°5% rain
10 PMClear83°8% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-08-11
Sunny
96° 76°Sunny
Rain 7%Gust 16 mph
Tomorrow2026-08-12
Sunny
97° 70°Sunny
Rain 71%Gust 15 mph
Thursday2026-08-13
Partly Cloudy
89° 70°Partly Cloudy
Rain 80%Gust 9 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like105°F
Humidity71%
Pressure30.00 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind13 mph WSW
Wind gusts15 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index4
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:55 AM
Sunset08:44 PM
Moonrise04:57 AM
Moon phaseNew Moon
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Umbrella not essential

Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 8%).

Choose light, breathable clothing

It feels like 105°F with winds near 13 mph.

Best window: 8 PM

87°F, 5% rain chance and 11 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 21 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 91°F, wind 13 mph, rain chance up to 8%.

Moderate UV protection recommended

UV index is 4. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.

Salem weather today

Sunny and 91°F in Salem, IN. Today's high is 96°F with a 7% rain chance. Winds are around 13 mph with gusts near 15 mph. Relative humidity is 71%, pressure is 30.00 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Salem

Sunrise is at 06:55 AM and sunset is at 08:44 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 97°F and a low near 70°F. The maximum rain chance is 71%.

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