Feels like88°FWind direction southwestGusts —Humidity 59%Cloud cover 10%Pressure 30.09 inHg
Clear night
76°💧 None💨 5 mphH 79%30.09 inHg
Feels like80°FWind direction southGusts —Humidity 79%Cloud cover 4%Pressure 30.09 inHg
Wednesday
Clear night
71°💧 None💨 9 mphH 92%30.12 inHg
Feels like73°FWind direction southwestGusts —Humidity 92%Cloud cover 0%Pressure 30.12 inHg
Sunny
71°💧 None💨 6 mphH 91%30.15 inHg
Feels like75°FWind direction southwestGusts —Humidity 91%Cloud cover 4%Pressure 30.15 inHg
Light rain
85°💧 None💨 5 mphH 57%30.09 inHg
Feels like90°FWind direction southwestGusts —Humidity 57%Cloud cover 26%Pressure 30.09 inHg
Mostly cloudy night
72°💧 None💨 4 mphH 94%30.15 inHg
Feels like77°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 94%Cloud cover 82%Pressure 30.15 inHg
Thursday
Mostly cloudy night
65°💧 None💨 4 mphH 90%30.18 inHg
Feels like67°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 90%Cloud cover 93%Pressure 30.18 inHg
Overcast
65°💧 None💨 4 mphH 86%30.18 inHg
Feels like66°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 86%Cloud cover 100%Pressure 30.18 inHg
Light rain
70°💧 None💨 3 mphH 96%30.09 inHg
Feels like75°FWind direction eastGusts —Humidity 96%Cloud cover 88%Pressure 30.09 inHg
Heavy rain
69°💧 None💨 3 mphH 99%30.00 inHg
Feels like75°FWind direction southwestGusts —Humidity 99%Cloud cover 100%Pressure 30.00 inHg
Friday
Light rain
70°💧 None💨 8 mphH 99%29.85 inHg
Feels like72°FWind direction southwestGusts —Humidity 99%Cloud cover 100%Pressure 29.85 inHg
Moderate rain
65°💧 None💨 9 mphH 97%29.80 inHg
Feels like65°FWind direction northwestGusts —Humidity 97%Cloud cover 100%Pressure 29.80 inHg
Overcast
68°💧 None💨 8 mphH 67%29.88 inHg
Feels like66°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 67%Cloud cover 99%Pressure 29.88 inHg
Clear night
62°💧 None💨 6 mphH 75%29.94 inHg
Feels like60°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 75%Cloud cover 5%Pressure 29.94 inHg
Saturday
Clear night
55°💧 None💨 4 mphH 86%30.00 inHg
Feels like53°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 86%Cloud cover 4%Pressure 30.00 inHg
Sunny
57°💧 None💨 1 mphH 86%30.00 inHg
Feels like57°FWind direction northwestGusts —Humidity 86%Cloud cover 0%Pressure 30.00 inHg
Overcast
69°💧 None💨 3 mphH 53%29.94 inHg
Feels like68°FWind direction southeastGusts —Humidity 53%Cloud cover 98%Pressure 29.94 inHg
Partly cloudy night
61°💧 None💨 2 mphH 73%29.91 inHg
Feels like61°FWind direction southGusts —Humidity 73%Cloud cover 60%Pressure 29.91 inHg
Sunday
Partly cloudy night
60°💧 None💨 6 mphH 86%29.91 inHg
Feels like58°FWind direction northwestGusts —Humidity 86%Cloud cover 64%Pressure 29.91 inHg
Overcast
58°💧 None💨 7 mphH 76%29.97 inHg
Feels like54°FWind direction northwestGusts —Humidity 76%Cloud cover 100%Pressure 29.97 inHg
Light rain
67°💧 None💨 5 mphH 67%29.97 inHg
Feels like66°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 67%Cloud cover 64%Pressure 29.97 inHg
Light rain
59°💧 None💨 3 mphH 91%30.06 inHg
Feels like60°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 91%Cloud cover 100%Pressure 30.06 inHg
Monday
Overcast night
51°💧 None💨 7 mphH 80%30.12 inHg
Feels like46°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 80%Cloud cover 100%Pressure 30.12 inHg
Partly cloudy
50°💧 None💨 7 mphH 71%30.18 inHg
Feels like44°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 71%Cloud cover 70%Pressure 30.18 inHg
Mostly sunny
62°💧 None💨 9 mphH 45%30.18 inHg
Feels like55°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 45%Cloud cover 36%Pressure 30.18 inHg
Partly cloudy night
53°💧 None💨 8 mphH 60%30.27 inHg
Feels like46°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 60%Cloud cover 51%Pressure 30.27 inHg
Tuesday
Clear night
46°💧 None💨 8 mphH 70%30.36 inHg
Feels like39°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 70%Cloud cover 0%Pressure 30.36 inHg
Mostly sunny
47°💧 None💨 9 mphH 71%30.45 inHg
Feels like39°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 71%Cloud cover 23%Pressure 30.45 inHg
Sunny
60°💧 None💨 9 mphH 43%30.45 inHg
Feels like52°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 43%Cloud cover 8%Pressure 30.45 inHg
Clear night
51°💧 None💨 8 mphH 57%30.47 inHg
Feels like43°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 57%Cloud cover 0%Pressure 30.47 inHg
Wednesday
Mostly cloudy night
46°💧 None💨 8 mphH 75%30.50 inHg
Feels like39°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 75%Cloud cover 78%Pressure 30.50 inHg
Overcast
48°💧 None💨 9 mphH 71%30.53 inHg
Feels like40°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 71%Cloud cover 100%Pressure 30.53 inHg
Overcast
58°💧 None💨 8 mphH 54%30.47 inHg
Feels like52°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 54%Cloud cover 100%Pressure 30.47 inHg
Mostly cloudy night
50°💧 None💨 6 mphH 77%30.42 inHg
Feels like46°FWind direction northGusts —Humidity 77%Cloud cover 80%Pressure 30.42 inHg
Thursday
Clear night
46°💧 None💨 6 mphH 84%30.39 inHg
Feels like41°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 84%Cloud cover 2%Pressure 30.39 inHg
Sunny
49°💧 None💨 6 mphH 80%30.36 inHg
Feels like43°FWind direction northeastGusts —Humidity 80%Cloud cover 0%Pressure 30.36 inHg
In Washington Heights and, more broadly, across the state of New York:
The evening will be mostly cloudy, with temperatures remaining mild around 68 to 69 degrees Fahrenheit. There is a high likelihood of rain, with some areas possibly receiving about 0.04 inches of precipitation. Winds will be coming from the south at up to 10 mph, with gusts reaching 32 mph. Expect the rain to continue into the night, so plan accordingly. Conditions may feel breezy at times due to gusty winds, especially during heavier rain showers. Temperatures will stay steady through the next few hours, but be prepared for the possibility of brief periods of heavier rain and wind. It’s advisable to keep an umbrella handy if you plan to be outdoors tonight.
Microscopic particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs. Elevated concentrations can especially affect children, older adults and people with respiratory conditions.
Microscopic particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs. Elevated concentrations can especially affect children, older adults and people with respiratory conditions.
Microscopic particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs. Elevated concentrations can especially affect children, older adults and people with respiratory conditions.
Microscopic particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs. Elevated concentrations can especially affect children, older adults and people with respiratory conditions.
Microscopic particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs. Elevated concentrations can especially affect children, older adults and people with respiratory conditions.
A gas emitted mainly by traffic and some industrial activity. High exposure can affect respiratory health.
✓Air quality is acceptable for most people.
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UV & HEALTH
UV, Sun & Health Outlook in Washington Heights
Maximum daily UVToday, tomorrow and the following day show the maximum UV index forecast for each day.
0–2 Low3–5 Moderate6–7 High8–10 Very high11+ Extreme
DayMaximum UVAir quality
TodayUV 6,5High🙂Fair
TomorrowUV 7,0High🙂Fair
FridayUV 6,4High😐Moderate
SaturdayUV 6,5High😐Moderate
SundayUV 5,0Moderate🙂Fair
MondayUV 7,0High—Unavailable
TuesdayUV 7,0High—Unavailable
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Today's weather health advice
Open today's recommendations.
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☀️
Strong UV exposure
Protect exposed skin with SPF 30+ sunscreen, wear sunglasses, and try to limit direct midday sun.
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Acceptable air quality
Air quality is acceptable for most people. Very sensitive people may want to reduce prolonged exertion.
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Comfortable temperature conditions
Temperatures should feel comfortable for most people, with no particular heat or cold precautions needed.
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Good conditions for outdoor activities
Outdoor activities can generally be enjoyed normally, with sun protection adjusted to the UV level.
WIND OUTLOOK
Hourly Wind Forecast for Washington Heights
Vertical axis: mph · Horizontal axis: hours
mph
Sustained windMax gusts
NIGHT SKY · WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NEW YORK
Tonight's Stargazing & Shooting Stars
Excellent observing conditions. Best local viewing window: 10:00 PM–11:00 PM.
85/100Best-hour score
BEST TIME TONIGHT10:00 PM–11:00 PM
Astronomical darkness: 8:53 PM–4:57 AM
☁Cloud cover21%
Real hourly forecast for the best viewing hour.
☾Moonlight4%
New Moon · Moon below the horizon at the best viewing hour.
☄Meteor activitySeptember ε-Perseids
Reference ZHR 8 · Radiant 17° high at the best hour.
✦Estimated visible meteors0–2/hour
Local estimate after weather, moonlight and radiant-height adjustments.
Chance ≥1 meteor in 30 min34%
UPCOMING METEOR PERIODSStart, peak and end dates · weather should be checked closer to the peak.
SEP 5–SEP 21
September ε-PerseidsStart SEP 5 · Peak SEP 9 · End SEP 21 · ZHR 8 · 6% Moon at peak
ACTIVE NOW
SEP 20–NOV 20
Southern TauridsStart SEP 20 · Peak NOV 5 · End NOV 20 · ZHR 7 · 20% Moon at peak
UPCOMING
OCT 2–NOV 7
OrionidsStart OCT 2 · Peak OCT 21 · End NOV 7 · ZHR 20 · 77% Moon at peak
UPCOMING
OCT 20–DEC 10
Northern TauridsStart OCT 20 · Peak NOV 12 · End DEC 10 · ZHR 5 · 7% Moon at peak
UPCOMING
Experimental local observing estimate. Weather values come from the hourly forecast already used on this page.
Moon position and astronomical darkness are calculated locally from time and coordinates. Meteor-shower ZHR describes ideal
conditions and is not the number of meteors a person should expect to see locally.
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Forecast data for Washington Heights were last refreshed today at 8:35 PM. The current forecast period extends through 11/09/2026 at 6:00 PM. Weather, air-quality and UV-index data are provided through WEATHER-INFO.COM. Forecasts are produced automatically from the latest available data and are subject to periodic technical checks. This service is intended for general weather information.