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Salem, OR Weather on October 10
October 10th in Salem, OR typically brings mild fall weather, with average highs around 66°F and lows near 44°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest October 10th was in 1991 (65°F average), while the coldest was 2008 (44°F) — a 21°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 44% of October 10th dates historically, with the wettest October 10th recording 1.35" of rain. The last decade has been 2.5°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on October 10
Planning for October 10th in Salem, OR? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
October 10 Weather Records for Salem
- •The all-time record high for October 10th in Salem, OR is 87°F, set in 1991.
- •The coldest October 10th on record dropped to 31°F in 2019.
- •A freeze (32°F or below) has occurred on October 10th in 1 of the last 55 years.
- •Last year (1971), October 10th was 6°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest October 10 ever in Salem?
The warmest October 10 in Salem, OR reached 87°F in 1991. That is 21°F above the long-term average high of 66°F.
What was the coldest October 10 ever in Salem?
The coldest October 10 in Salem, OR dropped to 31°F in 2019. That is 13°F below the long-term average low of 44°F.
What is the average temperature on October 10 in Salem?
On October 10, Salem averages a high of 66°F and a low of 44°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from SALEM AP (MCNARY FIELD).
How many years of weather data are available for October 10 in Salem?
We have 55 years of weather records for October 10 in Salem, OR, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
October 10 Weather History in Salem
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 61°F | 50°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 2024 | 70°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2023 | 64°F | 53°F | 0.52" | -- |
| 2022 | 82°F | 48°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 61°F | 47°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2020 | 62°F | 51°F | 0.85" | -- |
| 2019 | 63°F | 31°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 66°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 60°F | 40°F | 0.19" | -- |
| 2016 | 62°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 74°F | 57°F | 0.16" | -- |
| 2014 | 73°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 63°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 72°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 64°F | 54°F | 0.25" | -- |
| 2010 | 65°F | 46°F | 0.83" | -- |
| 2009 | 66°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 54°F | 34°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 62°F | 42°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 2006 | 75°F | 36°F | 0" | -- |
| 2005 | 64°F | 41°F | 0.07" | -- |
| 2004 | 62°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 60°F | 45°F | 0.08" | -- |
| 2002 | 64°F | 39°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 2001 | 56°F | 39°F | 0.36" | -- |
| 2000 | 54°F | 48°F | 0.06" | -- |
| 1999 | 68°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 61°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 55°F | 46°F | 0.17" | -- |
| 1996 | 67°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 64°F | 54°F | 1.35" | -- |
| 1994 | 61°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 72°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 74°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1991 | 87°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 61°F | 36°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 1989 | 72°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 72°F | 46°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 83°F | 44°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 76°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 62°F | 36°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 1984 | 59°F | 50°F | 0.88" | -- |
| 1983 | 71°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 76°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 62°F | 44°F | 0.05" | -- |
| 1980 | 70°F | 41°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 78°F | 38°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 71°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 64°F | 37°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 65°F | 54°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1975 | 61°F | 45°F | 0.09" | -- |
| 1974 | 70°F | 42°F | 0.19" | -- |
| 1973 | 62°F | 39°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 53°F | 42°F | 0.04" | -- |
| 1971 | 60°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: SALEM AP (MCNARY FIELD)
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Salem, OR, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.