Local weather forecast

Weather in Salem, NH

Updated 2026-09-26 09:00 local time · ZIP codes 03079

Overcast
Now56°F

Overcast

High / Low60° / 53°
Rain chance88%
Wind12 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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High Wind Warning issued September 26 at 2:03AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Portions of eastern, northeastern, and southeastern Massachusetts and northern and southern Rhode Island. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Safety instructions

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.

High Surf Advisory issued September 26 at 2:00AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways (4.0 to 12.6 feet Mean Lower Low Water). For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 13 feet in the surf zone. * WHERE...Eastern Essex MA, Suffolk MA, Eastern Norfolk MA, Eastern Plymouth MA, Barnstable MA, Dukes MA and Nantucket MA Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong northeast winds with large waves will result in minor coastal flooding with pockets of moderate coastal flooding over multiple high tide cycles from late today through the weekend. The water also may struggle to vacate the area after the high tides given persistent strong northeast winds. The greatest risk for coastal flooding appears to be setting up south of Boston and onto the Cape and Islands. In addition...the long duration of northeast winds coupled with large waves over multiple high tide cycles will result in areas of severe beach erosion for a prolonged period.

Safety instructions

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 2:00AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Warning, up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways (4.0 to 12.6 feet Mean Lower Low Water). For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 6 to 13 feet in the surf zone. * WHERE...Eastern Essex MA, Suffolk MA, Eastern Norfolk MA, Eastern Plymouth MA, Barnstable MA, Dukes MA and Nantucket MA Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong northeast winds with large waves will result in minor coastal flooding with pockets of moderate coastal flooding over multiple high tide cycles from late today through the weekend. The water also may struggle to vacate the area after the high tides given persistent strong northeast winds. The greatest risk for coastal flooding appears to be setting up south of Boston and onto the Cape and Islands. In addition...the long duration of northeast winds coupled with large waves over multiple high tide cycles will result in areas of severe beach erosion for a prolonged period.

Safety instructions

Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. If travel is required, do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowOvercast56°18% rain
10 AMOvercast59°15% rain
11 AMPatchy rain nearby60°14% rain
12 PMPatchy rain nearby60°14% rain
1 PMPatchy rain nearby59°16% rain
2 PMLight rain58°62% rain
3 PMLight rain55°71% rain
4 PMLight rain53°82% rain
5 PMLight rain53°77% rain
6 PMLight drizzle53°71% rain
7 PMLight drizzle53°69% rain
8 PMModerate rain53°84% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
60° 53°Overcast
Rain 88%Gust 19 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
55° 53°Light rain shower
Rain 93%Gust 20 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Light rain shower
55° 51°Light rain shower
Rain 94%Gust 16 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like49°F
Humidity69%
Pressure29.99 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind12 mph NNE
Wind gusts33 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index1
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:36 AM
Sunset06:35 PM
Moonrise06:22 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour11 AM · 60°F
Coolest hour5 PM · 53°F
Highest rain chance9 PM · 86%
Strongest gusts8 PM · 42 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 84% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 49°F with winds near 12 mph.

Best window: 10 AM

59°F, 15% rain chance and 12 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 42 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 56°F, wind 12 mph, rain chance up to 84%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 1.

Local weather characteristics in Salem

New Hampshire has four distinct seasons, cold snowy winters and mild to warm summers. Mountain weather can be much colder and windier than nearby valleys.

Salem is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 42.79°N latitude and 71.20°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

Overcast and 56°F in Salem, NH. Today's high is 60°F with a 88% rain chance. Winds are around 12 mph with gusts near 33 mph. Relative humidity is 69%, pressure is 29.99 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Salem

Sunrise is at 06:36 AM and sunset is at 06:35 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light rain shower with a high near 55°F and a low near 53°F. The maximum rain chance is 93%.

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