Local weather forecast

Weather in Arlington, MA

Updated 2026-09-26 12:00 local time · ZIP codes 02474, 02476

Light rain shower
Now55°F

Light rain shower

High / Low57° / 54°
Rain chance91%
Wind17 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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

* WHAT...Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Central and Southeast Middlesex County, Western Essex MA, Southern Worcester MA, Western Norfolk MA, Northern Bristol MA, Western Plymouth MA, and Northwest Providence RI. * WHEN...Until 8 AM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Safety instructions

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Storm Warning issued September 26 at 1:58AM EDT until September 26 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 25 kt with gusts up to 50 kt and waves 2 to 4 feet. * WHERE...In Massachusetts coastal waters, Boston Harbor. In Rhode Island coastal waters, Narragansett Bay. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Storm force winds and hazardous waves will capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowLight rain shower55°46% rain
1 PMPatchy rain nearby54°40% rain
2 PMLight rain shower55°46% rain
3 PMPatchy rain nearby54°39% rain
4 PMPatchy rain nearby55°44% rain
5 PMLight rain shower55°54% rain
6 PMLight rain shower55°74% rain
7 PMLight rain shower55°84% rain
8 PMLight rain shower55°77% rain
9 PMLight rain shower55°82% rain
10 PMLight rain shower55°76% rain
11 PMLight rain shower55°67% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light rain shower
57° 54°Light rain shower
Rain 91%Gust 21 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
60° 55°Light rain shower
Rain 94%Gust 21 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Light rain shower
59° 53°Light rain shower
Rain 94%Gust 14 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like47°F
Humidity91%
Pressure29.93 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind17 mph NNE
Wind gusts39 mph
Precipitation0.01 in
UV index0
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 · 58°F
Coolest hour3 PM · 54°F
Highest rain chance7 AM · 92%
Strongest gusts6 AM · 45 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 47°F with winds near 17 mph.

Best window: 1 PM

54°F, 40% rain chance and 16 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 43 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 55°F, wind 17 mph, rain chance up to 84%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Arlington

Massachusetts has four seasons with humid summers and cold winters. Coastal areas can be moderated by the Atlantic but are also exposed to nor'easters and strong coastal winds.

Arlington is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 42.42°N latitude and 71.16°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.

Arlington weather today

Light rain shower and 55°F in Arlington, MA. Today's high is 57°F with a 91% rain chance. Winds are around 17 mph with gusts near 39 mph. Relative humidity is 91%, pressure is 29.93 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Arlington

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 60°F and a low near 55°F. The maximum rain chance is 94%.

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