Local weather forecast

Weather in Plainfield, NJ

Updated 2026-09-26 08:45 local time · ZIP codes 07060, 07062, 07063

Light rain
Now53°F

Light rain

High / Low61° / 53°
Rain chance88%
Wind18 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.

Wind Advisory issued September 25 at 2:22PM EDT until September 27 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Morris and Hunterdon Counties. In Pennsylvania, Eastern Chester, Upper Bucks, Western Chester, and Western Montgomery Counties. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 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. Secure outdoor objects.

Wind Advisory issued September 26 at 4:08AM EDT until September 27 at 6:00AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...In New Jersey, Morris and Hunterdon Counties. In Pennsylvania, Eastern Chester, Upper Bucks, Western Chester, and Western Montgomery Counties. * WHEN...Until 6 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. Secure outdoor objects.

Hourly

Next hours

NowLight rain53°75% rain
10 AMLight rain54°68% rain
11 AMModerate rain53°89% rain
12 PMLight rain53°83% rain
1 PMLight rain54°81% rain
2 PMModerate rain53°84% rain
3 PMModerate rain53°88% rain
4 PMModerate rain53°90% rain
5 PMLight rain shower53°66% rain
6 PMModerate rain53°87% rain
7 PMLight rain53°79% rain
8 PMPatchy rain nearby53°38% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Light rain
61° 53°Light rain
Rain 88%Gust 19 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
57° 53°Light rain shower
Rain 93%Gust 21 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
56° 55°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 86%Gust 14 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like45°F
Humidity88%
Pressure29.89 inHg
Visibility5 mi
Wind18 mph NNE
Wind gusts42 mph
Precipitation0.06 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 hour10 AM · 54°F
Coolest hour11 AM · 53°F
Highest rain chance4 PM · 90%
Strongest gusts8 AM · 44 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 90% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 45°F with winds near 18 mph.

Best window: 8 PM

53°F, 38% rain chance and 18 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 5 mi; gusts may reach 42 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 53°F, wind 18 mph, rain chance up to 90%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Plainfield

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.

Plainfield is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 40.63°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.

Plainfield weather today

Light rain and 53°F in Plainfield, NJ. Today's high is 61°F with a 88% rain chance. Winds are around 18 mph with gusts near 42 mph. Relative humidity is 88%, pressure is 29.89 inHg, and visibility is about 5 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Plainfield

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 57°F and a low near 53°F. The maximum rain chance is 93%.

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