Weather in Salem, NE
Updated 2026-09-26 12:30 local time · ZIP codes 68433
Light rain shower
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance reaches about 82% over the next 12 hours.
It feels like 65°F with winds near 14 mph.
70°F, 27% rain chance and 11 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 30 mph.
Current temperature is 69°F, wind 14 mph, rain chance up to 82%.
UV index is 4. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Local weather characteristics in Salem
Nebraska has a continental Great Plains climate with hot summers, cold winters, frequent wind and a spring and summer severe-storm season.
Salem is part of the Midwest weather region. The forecast point is near 40.08°N latitude and 95.72°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.
Salem weather today
Light rain shower and 69°F in Salem, NE. Today's high is 71°F with a 90% rain chance. Winds are around 14 mph with gusts near 20 mph. Relative humidity is 75%, pressure is 29.98 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Salem
Sunrise is at 07:14 AM and sunset is at 07:14 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 77°F and a low near 63°F. The maximum rain chance is 75%.