Local weather forecast

Weather in Edison, NJ

Updated 2026-09-26 08:45 local time · ZIP codes 08817, 08820, 08837

Moderate rain
Now54°F

Moderate rain

High / Low62° / 53°
Rain chance88%
Wind17 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Coastal Flood Warning issued September 25 at 2:34PM EDT until September 27 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...Two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Middlesex and Western Monmouth. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood waters.

Safety instructions

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.

Coastal Flood Warning issued September 26 at 4:20AM EDT until September 27 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...Two to three feet of inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. * WHERE...Middlesex and Western Monmouth. * WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...At this level, flooding may become severe enough to cause structural damage along with widespread roadway flooding in coastal and bayside communities, and near inland tidal waterways. Some locations may become isolated by the flood waters.

Safety instructions

A Coastal Flood Warning means that moderate or major tidal flooding is occurring or imminent. Be prepared for rising water levels and take appropriate action to protect life and property. Follow the recommendations of local emergency management officials. Do not drive your vehicle through flood waters. The water may be deeper than you think it is. You will be putting yourself in danger and your vehicle may be damaged, leading to costly repairs. Visit the National Water Prediction Service at https://water.noaa.gov/wfo/phi for additional water level and flood impact information for your local tide gauge.

Hourly

Next hours

NowModerate rain54°83% rain
10 AMModerate rain54°83% rain
11 AMModerate rain53°86% rain
12 PMLight rain54°83% rain
1 PMModerate rain55°83% rain
2 PMLight rain shower55°48% rain
3 PMLight rain55°72% rain
4 PMLight rain54°80% rain
5 PMLight rain shower54°54% rain
6 PMLight rain54°75% rain
7 PMLight rain shower54°57% rain
8 PMPatchy rain nearby55°30% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Patchy rain nearby
62° 53°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 88%Gust 18 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
59° 55°Light rain shower
Rain 93%Gust 21 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
58° 56°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 89%Gust 14 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like46°F
Humidity89%
Pressure29.86 inHg
Visibility4 mi
Wind17 mph NNE
Wind gusts41 mph
Precipitation0.10 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:49 AM
Sunset06:48 PM
Moonrise06:37 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour11 PM · 56°F
Coolest hour11 AM · 53°F
Highest rain chance3 AM · 91%
Strongest gusts8 AM · 44 mph
Recent change

Today vs yesterday in Edison

Forecast high62°F -10°
Forecast low53°F -2°
Rain chance88% +88 pts
YesterdayOvercast
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 86% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 46°F with winds near 17 mph.

Best window: 8 PM

55°F, 30% rain chance and 16 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 4 mi; gusts may reach 41 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 54°F, wind 17 mph, rain chance up to 86%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Edison

New Jersey has humid summers, cool to cold winters and both inland and coastal weather influences. Coastal storms and nor'easters can bring strong wind and heavy precipitation.

Edison is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 40.52°N latitude and 74.41°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.

Edison weather today

Moderate rain and 54°F in Edison, NJ. Today's high is 62°F with a 88% rain chance. Winds are around 17 mph with gusts near 41 mph. Relative humidity is 89%, pressure is 29.86 inHg, and visibility is about 4 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Edison

Sunrise is at 06:49 AM and sunset is at 06:48 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light rain shower with a high near 59°F and a low near 55°F. The maximum rain chance is 93%.

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