Local weather forecast

Weather in Saco, ME

Updated 2026-09-26 09:00 local time · ZIP codes 04072

Overcast
Now59°F

Overcast

High / Low65° / 54°
Rain chance83%
Wind13 mph
Weather alerts

Active alerts

2
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.

High Surf Advisory issued September 26 at 2:22AM EDT until September 27 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gray ME

* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet and a high risk of rip currents. * WHERE...Coastal Cumberland, Sagadahoc, Lincoln and Knox Counties. * WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.

Safety instructions

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

Hourly

Next hours

NowOvercast59°14% rain
10 AMOvercast60°14% rain
11 AMOvercast61°14% rain
12 PMOvercast62°13% rain
1 PMOvercast64°12% rain
2 PMOvercast65°11% rain
3 PMLight drizzle63°42% rain
4 PMLight drizzle57°66% rain
5 PMLight rain56°68% rain
6 PMModerate rain55°89% rain
7 PMLight drizzle55°58% rain
8 PMPatchy rain nearby55°43% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
65° 54°Overcast
Rain 83%Gust 16 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
56° 53°Light rain shower
Rain 91%Gust 16 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Light rain shower
55° 51°Light rain shower
Rain 94%Gust 14 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like51°F
Humidity62%
Pressure30.04 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind13 mph NNE
Wind gusts30 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:33 AM
Sunset06:32 PM
Moonrise06:19 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour2 PM · 65°F
Coolest hour5 AM · 53°F
Highest rain chance6 PM · 89%
Strongest gusts10 PM · 37 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 89% over the next 12 hours.

Light layers should work

It feels like 51°F with winds near 13 mph.

Best window: 2 PM

65°F, 11% rain chance and 11 mph wind.

Use extra caution while driving

Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 35 mph.

Running conditions are less comfortable

Current temperature is 59°F, wind 13 mph, rain chance up to 89%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Saco

Maine has cold winters, mild summers and strong coastal influence in the east. Snow, nor'easters and rapid temperature changes are common in the colder season.

Saco is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 43.50°N latitude and 70.44°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.

Saco weather today

Overcast and 59°F in Saco, ME. Today's high is 65°F with a 83% rain chance. Winds are around 13 mph with gusts near 30 mph. Relative humidity is 62%, pressure is 30.04 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Saco

Sunrise is at 06:33 AM and sunset is at 06:32 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light rain shower with a high near 56°F and a low near 53°F. The maximum rain chance is 91%.

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