Local weather forecast

Weather in East Lyme, CT

Updated 2026-09-26 11:15 local time · ZIP codes 06333

Light rain shower
Now59°F

Light rain shower

High / Low60° / 57°
Rain chance89%
Wind34 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

1
Gale Warning issued September 26 at 4:30AM EDT until September 27 at 6:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY

* WHAT...Northeast winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft. Occasional gusts up to 50 kt possible on the waters E of Orient Point. * WHERE...Long Island Sound east of Port Jefferson and New Haven, and the south shore and eastern bays of Long Island. * WHEN...Until 6 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

Safety instructions

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for hazardous conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowLight rain shower59°42% rain
12 PMLight rain shower59°68% rain
1 PMLight rain shower58°71% rain
2 PMLight rain shower58°57% rain
3 PMLight rain shower58°74% rain
4 PMLight rain shower57°73% rain
5 PMLight rain shower57°75% rain
6 PMLight rain shower58°70% rain
7 PMLight rain shower58°60% rain
8 PMLight rain shower59°71% rain
9 PMLight rain shower58°79% rain
10 PMLight rain shower58°73% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light rain shower
60° 57°Light rain shower
Rain 89%Gust 37 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
66° 59°Light rain shower
Rain 92%Gust 38 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Light rain shower
65° 59°Light rain shower
Rain 92%Gust 22 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like41°F
Humidity85%
Pressure29.79 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind34 mph NE
Wind gusts50 mph
Precipitation0.01 in
UV index1
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:40 AM
Sunset06:39 PM
Moonrise06:27 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour9 AM · 66°F
Coolest hour5 PM · 57°F
Highest rain chance2 AM · 93%
Strongest gusts2 AM · 56 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 79% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 41°F with winds near 34 mph.

Best window: 11 AM

59°F, 42% rain chance and 34 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 52 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 59°F, wind 34 mph, rain chance up to 79%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 1.

Local weather characteristics in East Lyme

Connecticut has four distinct seasons, humid summers and cold winters, with coastal influence near Long Island Sound and periodic nor'easters in the colder months.

East Lyme is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 41.37°N latitude and 72.23°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.

East Lyme weather today

Light rain shower and 59°F in East Lyme, CT. Today's high is 60°F with a 89% rain chance. Winds are around 34 mph with gusts near 50 mph. Relative humidity is 85%, pressure is 29.79 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in East Lyme

Sunrise is at 06:40 AM and sunset is at 06:39 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light rain shower with a high near 66°F and a low near 59°F. The maximum rain chance is 92%.

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