Weather in Essex, CT
Updated 2026-08-11 11:15 local time · ZIP codes 06426
Sunny
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
Next hours
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Weather details
Sunrise, sunset and moon
Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 7%).
It feels like 93°F with winds near 5 mph.
76°F, 5% rain chance and 6 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 17 mph.
Current temperature is 86°F, wind 5 mph, rain chance up to 7%.
UV index is 5. Sunscreen and sunglasses are sensible for longer outdoor time.
Essex weather today
Sunny and 86°F in Essex, CT. Today's high is 89°F with a 7% rain chance. Winds are around 5 mph with gusts near 6 mph. Relative humidity is 68%, pressure is 29.86 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Essex
Sunrise is at 05:54 AM and sunset is at 07:54 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Sunny with a high near 81°F and a low near 64°F. The maximum rain chance is 57%.