Wanaque, New Jersey Weather
Wanaque, 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 Wanaque, Passaic County.
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About Wanaque, New Jersey
Wanaque unfolds across a verdant expanse, its character shaped by the undulating hills and deep, cool valleys that define the northern reaches of Passaic County. It lies 7.5 miles south-south-east of West Milford, NJ (from West Milford, NJ: bearing 149°T), and is situated 9.7 miles south-west of Ramapo. The landscape here is a mosaic of dense woodlands, their leafy canopies alive with the chirping of unseen birds and the rustle of small creatures, interspersed with open fields that catch the sun’s generous light. Crystal-clear streams thread their way through the terrain, feeding into larger waterways that reflect the ever-changing sky, while the air, particularly in the hushed hours before dawn or the golden glow of dusk, carries the scent of damp earth and pine needles. The very feel of the land suggests a patient, enduring presence, a place where nature still holds considerable sway over the human endeavors that dot its surface. The history of Wanaque is intrinsically linked to the water it commands, with the Wanaque Reservoir playing a central role in the region’s development and its ongoing economy. This vast body of water, a vital source for communities far and wide, has shaped the very rhythm of life in Wanaque, influencing its growth and its quietude. While its origins trace back to agricultural roots, the town has evolved, its economy now a blend of local businesses catering to residents and the steady hum of industries that support the surrounding infrastructure. The presence of the reservoir, a tranquil giant, is the most distinctive feature, offering serene vistas and a constant reminder of the water’s essential role, a heritage that continues to define Wanaque’s unique identity.
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| Location | Wanaque, Passaic County, New Jersey |
| Coordinates | 41.038153°N, 74.294038°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 07420, 07465 |
| Area Code | 973, 862 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Wanaque, New Jersey Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Wanaque, 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 Wanaque includes coordinates 41.038153°N, 74.294038°W, situated in Passaic County. ZIP code 07420, 07465. 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.
