Local weather forecast

Weather in Fall River, MA

Updated 2026-09-26 08:45 local time · ZIP codes 02720, 02721, 02723, 02724

Patchy rain nearby
Now56°F

Patchy rain nearby

High / Low57° / 53°
Rain chance91%
Wind21 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Coastal Flood Advisory issued September 26 at 2:00AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Boston/Norton MA

* WHAT...Up to one foot of inundation above ground level in low- lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways (5.6 to 7.2 feet Mean Lower Low Water). * WHERE...Washington, Southern Bristol MA, Southern Plymouth MA, Southeast Providence RI, Eastern Kent RI, Bristol RI, and Newport RI Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Splashover and Minor coastal flooding is expected in the lowest lying areas along the south coast of Rhode Island and Massachusetts over multiple high tide cycles late today through this weekend. A few immediate coastal roads may briefly flood due to wave action. In addition...minor beach erosion is also possible.

Safety instructions

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Hourly

Next hours

NowPatchy rain nearby56°26% rain
10 AMPatchy rain nearby56°39% rain
11 AMModerate rain55°91% rain
12 PMLight drizzle55°52% rain
1 PMLight rain55°77% rain
2 PMLight rain shower54°55% rain
3 PMLight rain55°84% rain
4 PMLight rain55°79% rain
5 PMLight rain shower55°78% rain
6 PMLight rain shower55°81% rain
7 PMLight rain shower56°82% rain
8 PMLight rain shower56°79% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light rain shower
57° 53°Light rain shower
Rain 91%Gust 23 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
62° 57°Light rain shower
Rain 94%Gust 25 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Light rain shower
63° 59°Light rain shower
Rain 94%Gust 15 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like46°F
Humidity83%
Pressure29.88 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind21 mph NE
Wind gusts44 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:36 AM
Sunset06:35 PM
Moonrise06:23 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour8 AM · 60°F
Coolest hour2 PM · 54°F
Highest rain chance11 AM · 91%
Strongest gusts2 AM · 45 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 91% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 46°F with winds near 21 mph.

Best window: 10 AM

56°F, 39% rain chance and 21 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 44 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 56°F, wind 21 mph, rain chance up to 91%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Fall River

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.

Fall River is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 41.70°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.

Fall River weather today

Patchy rain nearby and 56°F in Fall River, MA. Today's high is 57°F with a 91% rain chance. Winds are around 21 mph with gusts near 44 mph. Relative humidity is 83%, pressure is 29.88 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Fall River

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 62°F and a low near 57°F. The maximum rain chance is 94%.

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