Waco, Texas Weather
Waco, Texas — 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 Waco, McLennan County.
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About Waco, Texas
Waco unfolds across the heart of McLennan County, a place where the Brazos River has long been the lifeblood, its currents shaping the very contours of the land. It lies 33.2 miles north-north-east of Temple, TX (from Temple, TX: bearing 20°T), and is situated 6.7 miles north-north-east of Hewitt. This Central Texas landscape, characterized by rolling terrain and fertile Blackland Prairies, has witnessed a history of human endeavor, from its early settlement by agricultural communities drawn to the rich soil to its emergence as a significant industrial and transportation hub. The economy of Waco has historically been tied to agriculture, particularly cotton, but has diversified over time to include manufacturing, education, and a growing presence in the healthcare sector, all contributing to the city’s enduring spirit. The quality of light here, particularly as the sun dips below the horizon, can cast a golden hue across the open fields, a subtle reminder of the agricultural roots that still influence the rhythm of life. The cultural character of Waco is a blend of Southern hospitality and Texan pragmatism, a spirit reflected in its community and its well-regarded institutions. Baylor University stands as a prominent landmark, a hub of learning and activity that imbues the city with a youthful energy and intellectual current, while the historic Waco Suspension Bridge offers a picturesque crossing over the Brazos, its weathered stone a testament to endurance. While Waco may not boast a professional sports dynasty, its residents embrace collegiate athletics with fervor, particularly supporting the Baylor Bears. Major events, such as the annual Heart of Texas Fair & Rodeo, draw crowds and celebrate local traditions, fostering a sense of shared identity. Among the individuals who have called Waco home, perhaps none are more widely recognized than singer-songwriter Willie Nelson, whose legacy is intertwined with the broader Texas landscape.
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| Location | Waco, McLennan County, Texas |
| Coordinates | 31.549333°N, 97.14667°W |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 76701, 76798, 76702, 76703, 76704 |
| Area Code | 325 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Waco, Texas Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Waco, Texas, 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 Waco includes coordinates 31.549333°N, 97.146670°W, situated in McLennan County. ZIP code 76701, 76798, 76702, 76703, 76704. Telephone area code: 325. Timezone: Central Time (America/Chicago).
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.
