Watertown, New York Weather
Watertown, New York — 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 Watertown, Jefferson County.
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About Watertown, New York
Watertown rests where the Black River, a vital artery of this northern New York landscape, tumbles and curves before broadening into wider, more placid stretches. It lies 56.1 miles north-north-east of Clay, NY (from Clay, NY: bearing 13°T), and is situated 7.5 miles south-west of Fort Drum. The land here, shaped by ancient glaciers, offers a terrain of rolling hills, interspersed with fertile fields and the dark, dense woods that hint at the wilderness pushing at the edges of civilization. Even in the height of summer, a certain crispness often lingers in the air, a reminder of the robust winters that define the region, and the sunlight, when it breaks through the clouds, possesses a cool, clear quality that illuminates the sturdy brick architecture of the older neighborhoods. Beyond the riverbanks, the character of Watertown is one of quiet resilience, a place where the seasons dictate the rhythm of life and the natural world remains a constant, palpable presence. The history of Watertown is intrinsically tied to the power of its river, which once drove mills and powered the early industries that established the city's economic foundation. For generations, agriculture has been a cornerstone, with the rich soil yielding abundant crops, and the dairy farms dotting the surrounding countryside contributing to the region's reputation for fine cheeses and milk. While the industrial landscape has shifted over time, the spirit of innovation and enterprise persists, now finding expression in a more diversified economy that includes healthcare and manufacturing, with the city serving as a hub for commerce and services in Jefferson County. Notable landmarks, like the historic Paddock Building and the imposing courthouse, stand as silent witnesses to Watertown's enduring legacy, while the presence of modern institutions, such as Jefferson Community College, ensures a continued connection to education and progress, all set against the backdrop of a community that cherishes its past while looking toward the future.
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| Location | Watertown, Jefferson County, New York |
| Coordinates | 43.974784°N, 75.910756°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 13601, 13603 |
| Area Code | 315 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Watertown, New York Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Watertown, New York, 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 Watertown includes coordinates 43.974784°N, 75.910756°W, situated in Jefferson County. ZIP code 13601, 13603. Telephone area code: 315. 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.
