Salem

Massachusetts, USA

❄️

5°C (41°F)

Feels like 1°C (34°F)

December Weather Details

🌡️ Temperature

Daytime Highs

5°C

(41°F)

Nighttime Lows

-2°C

(28°F)

Cold and snowy with a feels-like temperature of 1°C (34°F) .

🌧️ Rainfall

High (snow)

December rainfall patterns vary by location. Check local forecasts for specific precipitation amounts.

💧 Humidity

72% Average

Humidity levels affect how the temperature feels. Higher humidity makes warm temperatures feel hotter.

☀️ Sunshine

4-5 hours daily

December days are shorter in the northern hemisphere. Plan activities accordingly.

🌊 Ocean & Beaches

Water Temperature

7° C

( 45 °F)

Surf Conditions

Calm to moderate

Atlantic harbor is cold in December - perfect for waterfront walks

Temperature, humidity and rainfall are December averages for 2015–2024 (water temperature: Decembers 2022–2024) from Open-Meteo (ERA5 reanalysis), licensed CC BY 4.0.

🎯 Popular Activities

Activities

Historic tours
Museum visits
Holiday shopping
Seafood dining
Harbor walks

Attractions

Peabody Essex Museum
House of the Seven Gables
Salem Witch Museum
Salem Maritime Site
Essex Street

💰 Cost of Living

$3,000

estimated per month

SOLO TRAVELERS

📶 Internet Speed

Mbps

Estimated average speed

📊 Quick Facts

Weather Cold and snowy

Humidity 72%

✅ December Summary

December in Salem offers cold and snowy weather with temperatures ranging from -2°C (28°F) to 5°C (41°F). The humidity is around 72% and you can expect 4-5 hours daily. Popular activities include Historic tours, Museum visits, Holiday shopping and more. For digital nomads, the cost of living is approximately $3,000 per month and internet speeds average 85 Mbps.