Elizabeth, New Jersey Weather
Elizabeth, New Jersey — 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 for Elizabeth, Union County.
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About Elizabeth, New Jersey
Elizabeth, New Jersey, sits at the confluence of significant historical currents and vital economic arteries. It lies 3.4 miles north-north-east of Linden, NJ (from Linden, NJ: bearing 31°T), and is situated 8.8 miles west-south-west of Bergen. Its geography, characterized by the Arthur Kill and the Elizabeth River, has historically dictated its role as a maritime hub, a position that shaped its early industrial development and continues to influence its logistical importance. From its colonial beginnings, Elizabeth has witnessed the ebb and flow of American enterprise, transforming from an agricultural settlement into a dynamic industrial center, a legacy still visible in its robust commercial districts and manufacturing zones. The city's economy, once heavily reliant on shipbuilding and manufacturing, has diversified, embracing logistics and service industries, a testament to its enduring adaptability. The very air in Elizabeth can sometimes carry the faint, briny scent of the nearby waterways, a reminder of its deep connection to trade and transit. The cultural character of Elizabeth is a rich blend, reflecting its long history as a gateway for diverse populations. Among its notable landmarks, the historic Elizabethport Train Station stands as a sentinel to past eras of travel and commerce. While not home to a major university, its proximity to renowned institutions allows for a vibrant intellectual exchange, and its residents often find themselves drawn to the energy of nearby academic centers. The city has produced individuals who have left indelible marks on national stages, including notable athletes whose prowess has graced professional arenas. Major events, from community festivals to civic celebrations, punctuate the year, fostering a sense of shared identity. The pace of life in Elizabeth, though busy, often reveals moments of quiet reflection, particularly as the sun dips low, casting long shadows across its varied neighborhoods, a subtle beauty often overlooked in the daily hum.
Live animated radar for Elizabeth and surroundings — RainViewer.
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| Location | Elizabeth, Union County, New Jersey |
| Coordinates | 40.663992°N, 74.210701°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 07201, 07202, 07207, 07208 |
| Area Code | 973, 862 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Elizabeth, New Jersey Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Elizabeth, New Jersey, 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 Elizabeth includes coordinates 40.663992°N, 74.210701°W, situated in Union County. ZIP code 07201, 07202, 07207, 07208. Telephone area code: 973, 862. 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.
