Manchester by the Sea, Massachusetts Weather
Manchester by the Sea, Massachusetts — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast, soil and crop conditions for Manchester by the Sea, Essex County.
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About Manchester by the Sea, Massachusetts
Manchester by the Sea unfolds along the rugged New England coastline, a place where the salt-laced air carries the scent of pine and brine. It lies 5.8 miles east-north-east of Beverly, MA (from Beverly, MA: bearing 77°T), and is situated 8.8 miles east-north-east of Peabody. Granite outcroppings, smoothed by the relentless kiss of the Atlantic, punctuate the shoreline, their dark surfaces gleaming wetly after a passing squall. The land itself rises and falls with a gentle, undulating grace, transitioning from windswept dunes and sandy coves to steeper, wooded hillsides that offer panoramic views of the vast, ever-changing sea. Here, the light at dusk often paints the sky in hues of bruised plum and molten gold, casting long shadows that stretch and distort the familiar shapes of weathered clapboard houses and sturdy fishing vessels bobbing in the harbor. The rhythm of daily life in Manchester by the Sea is dictated by the tides, by the predictable ebb and flow that governs the comings and goings of those who make their living from the ocean's bounty. This coastal enclave boasts a history as deep and storied as the waters it overlooks. Originally settled by fishermen and mariners drawn to its strategic harbor, Manchester by the Sea developed a strong maritime economy, its fortunes tied to the cod and lobster fisheries for generations. Later, as summer resorts emerged along the North Shore, the town saw a shift, attracting seasonal residents who sought its refined beauty and tranquil atmosphere. The legacy of those early seafaring days is still palpable, evident in the proud, salt-worn faces of its fishermen and the weathered architecture that speaks of resilience and enduring connection to the sea. While the traditional fishing industry remains a vital thread in the town's economic fabric, it now coexists with a vibrant artisanal and boutique presence, reflecting a community that honors its past while embracing a more contemporary character. The very air seems to whisper tales of generations who have navigated these waters, their lives shaped by the powerful, elemental forces of the ocean.
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| Location | Manchester by the Sea, Essex County, Massachusetts |
| Coordinates | 42.577873°N, 70.768935°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 01944 |
| Area Code | 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Manchester by the Sea, Massachusetts Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Manchester by the Sea, Massachusetts, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modeled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Manchester by the Sea includes coordinates 42.577873°N, 70.768935°W, situated in Essex County. ZIP code 01944. Telephone area code: 339, 351, 413, 508, 617, 774, 781, 857, 978. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov (NOAA), with a modeled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
