Essex County (Newark)
Today
Today weather in Essex County
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
27°
Patchy rain possible
Essex County will have a warm day Today with temperatures ascending to 26 °F and descending to around 13 °F after sunset. It'll be quite breezy in Essex County Today with average wind speeds of 25 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 92%, but with light accumulations around 3.2 mm.
27° / 13°
Temp
92%
Rain
25 km/h
Wind
69%
Humidity
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Essex County hourly forecast for today
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| 12:00 AM | 01:00 AM | 02:00 AM | 03:00 AM | 04:00 AM | 05:00 AM | 05:49 AM | 06:00 AM | 07:00 AM | 08:00 AM | 09:00 AM | 10:00 AM | 11:00 AM | 12:00 PM | 01:00 PM | 02:00 PM | 03:00 PM | 04:00 PM | 05:00 PM | 06:00 PM | 07:00 PM | 07:58 PM | 08:00 PM | 09:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 11:00 PM | ||
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| temperatures | 20° | 19.7° | 19.4° | 18.8° | 18.4° | 18° | Sunrise | 17.8° | 19.2° | 20.3° | 21.7° | 24.1° | 24.7° | 23.9° | 23.3° | 23.8° | 21.9° | 20.4° | 18.7° | 17.9° | 17.3° | Sunset | 17° | 16.7° | 15° | 13.7° | |
| wind speed | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | 22 km/h | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 21 km/h | 20 km/h | 21 km/h | 22 km/h | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | 22 km/h | 26 km/h | 25 km/h | 23 km/h | 19 km/h | 17 km/h | 14 km/h | 11 km/h | 13 km/h | 9 km/h | 18 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 211° | 212° | 211° | 205° | 206° | 209° | 206° | 199° | 205° | 210° | 211° | 207° | 207° | 207° | 211° | 210° | 217° | 219° | 223° | 225° | 214° | 224° | 268° | 320° | |||
| wind direction | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SSW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | SW | W | NW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.6 mm | 0.5 mm | 0.2 mm | 0 mm | 1.1 mm | 0.2 mm | 0 mm | 0.3 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 74% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 75% | 100% | 100% | 72% | 100% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 56% | 58% | 56% | 60% | 67% | 69% | 73% | 67% | 62% | 58% | 53% | 49% | 48% | 51% | 63% | 61% | 74% | 80% | 89% | 89% | 92% | 93% | 94% | 88% | |||
| dew point | 10.7° | 10.8° | 10.3° | 11° | 12.2° | 12.2° | 12° | 12.3° | 12.5° | 12.9° | 12.9° | 15.1° | 13.3° | 12.6° | 15.2° | 16.2° | 15° | 15.4° | 15.2° | 15.2° | 15.5° | 15.6° | 15.4° | 11.4° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 16 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 9 km | 2 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | 9 km | 2 km | 2 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 75% | 0% | 1% | 2% | 0% | 1% | 13% | 80% | 73% | 81% | 57% | 72% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.2 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Essex County today
The weather in Essex County today is expected to be much warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 27 °F, compared to an average of 18.3 °F for May 6th in recent years.
temperatures
27 °F
rain
3.2 mm
wind
25 km/h
UV
Low
Essex County daylight overview ☀️
Today in Essex County, The sun rises at 05:49 and sets at 19:58, giving a total daylight duration of 14 hours and 9 minutes.
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The weather today in Essex County - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Essex County?
The maximum temperature for today in Essex County is expected to be 27° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Essex County? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 92% chance of rain in Essex County today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Essex County? 🌀
The wind in Essex County is expected to blow at 25 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Essex County today?
Given the forecast of 27 °F with a 92% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Essex County today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Essex County today?
The sun is expected to rise at 05:49 and set at 19:58 in Essex County.
How accurate is the weather forecast Essex County today? ✅
Essex County weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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