Local weather forecast

Weather in Sanford, ME

Updated 2026-09-26 09:00 local time · ZIP codes 04073

Overcast
Now56°F

Overcast

High / Low63° / 53°
Rain chance81%
Wind12 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

NowOvercast56°17% rain
10 AMOvercast59°15% rain
11 AMOvercast63°12% rain
12 PMOvercast59°14% rain
1 PMOvercast61°12% rain
2 PMOvercast63°11% rain
3 PMLight drizzle63°31% rain
4 PMLight drizzle57°59% rain
5 PMModerate rain54°85% rain
6 PMLight rain54°80% rain
7 PMLight drizzle54°64% rain
8 PMLight drizzle54°55% rain
Forecast

3-day weather forecast

Today2026-09-26
Overcast
63° 53°Overcast
Rain 81%Gust 15 mph
Tomorrow2026-09-27
Light rain shower
54° 51°Light rain shower
Rain 93%Gust 16 mph
Monday2026-09-28
Patchy rain nearby
53° 49°Patchy rain nearby
Rain 94%Gust 13 mph
Conditions

Weather details

Feels like49°F
Humidity67%
Pressure30.05 inHg
Visibility6 mi
Wind12 mph NNE
Wind gusts31 mph
Precipitation0.00 in
UV index0
Daylight

Sunrise, sunset and moon

Sunrise06:35 AM
Sunset06:33 PM
Moonrise06:20 PM
Moon phaseFull Moon
Next 24 hours

Key weather changes ahead

Warmest hour2 PM · 63°F
Coolest hour5 AM · 52°F
Highest rain chance5 PM · 85%
Strongest gusts5 AM · 37 mph
Practical guide

Weather insights for today

Take an umbrella

Rain chance reaches about 85% over the next 12 hours.

A jacket or sweater is a good idea

It feels like 49°F with winds near 12 mph.

Best window: 2 PM

63°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 56°F, wind 12 mph, rain chance up to 85%.

Low UV protection needs

UV index is 0.

Local weather characteristics in Sanford

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.

Sanford is part of the Northeast weather region. The forecast point is near 43.44°N latitude and 70.77°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.

Sanford weather today

Overcast and 56°F in Sanford, ME. Today's high is 63°F with a 81% rain chance. Winds are around 12 mph with gusts near 31 mph. Relative humidity is 67%, pressure is 30.05 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.

Tonight and tomorrow in Sanford

Sunrise is at 06:35 AM and sunset is at 06:33 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Light rain shower with a high near 54°F and a low near 51°F. The maximum rain chance is 93%.

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