Local weather forecast

Weather in Portsmouth, NH

Updated 2026-09-26 09:00 local time · ZIP codes 03801

Overcast
Now59°F

Overcast

High / Low61° / 56°
Rain chance87%
Wind22 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

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Gale Warning issued September 26 at 2:22AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt and seas 8 to 13 ft. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Elizabeth, ME to Merrimack River, MA out 25 NM. * WHEN...Until 8 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 severe conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowOvercast59°19% rain
10 AMOvercast60°18% rain
11 AMOvercast59°18% rain
12 PMPatchy rain nearby60°17% rain
1 PMPatchy rain nearby61°18% rain
2 PMLight rain59°60% rain
3 PMLight rain58°75% rain
4 PMLight rain57°72% rain
5 PMLight rain57°65% rain
6 PMLight rain56°78% rain
7 PMLight rain56°73% rain
8 PMLight rain56°70% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
61° 56°Overcast
Rain 87%Gust 32 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
58° 56°Light rain shower
Rain 92%Gust 32 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Light rain shower
57° 53°Light rain shower
Rain 93%Gust 28 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like47°F
Humidity72%
Pressure29.99 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind22 mph NNE
Wind gusts36 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:34 AM
Sunset06:33 PM
Moonrise06:20 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour1 PM · 61°F
Coolest hour6 PM · 56°F
Highest rain chance6 PM · 78%
Strongest gusts8 PM · 48 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 78% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 47°F with winds near 22 mph.

Best window: 1 PM

61°F, 18% rain chance and 22 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 48 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 59°F, wind 22 mph, rain chance up to 78%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Portsmouth

New Hampshire has four distinct seasons, cold snowy winters and mild to warm summers. Mountain weather can be much colder and windier than nearby valleys.

Portsmouth is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 43.07°N latitude and 70.76°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.

Portsmouth weather today

Overcast and 59°F in Portsmouth, NH. Today's high is 61°F with a 87% rain chance. Winds are around 22 mph with gusts near 36 mph. Relative humidity is 72%, pressure is 29.99 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Portsmouth

Sunrise is at 06:34 AM and sunset is at 06:33 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light rain shower with a high near 58°F and a low near 56°F. The maximum rain chance is 92%.

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