Arlington, Virginia Weather
Arlington, Virginia — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Arlington, Arlington County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near Arlington. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for Arlington is published on the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (KDCA) page, 6 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Arlington have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Arlington: Davison Army Air Field (KDAA) 21 km · Maryland Airport (K2W5) 33 km · Washington Dulles International Airport (KIAD) 33 km · Washington Manassas Harry P. Davis Field (KHEF) 42 km · Quantico Marine Corps Airfield / Turner Field (KNYG) 47 km
Conditions reported at KDCA describe the airfield itself. Weather 6 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Arlington specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Arlington, Virginia
Arlington, Virginia, unfolds across a landscape of gentle slopes and verdant parks, a place where the Potomac River forms a significant, ever-present boundary, its waters reflecting the changing skies. It lies 2.6 miles west of Washington, DC (from Washington, DC: bearing 263°T), and is situated 6.2 miles north-north-west of Alexandria. This land, once part of a larger agricultural expanse, saw its character shift dramatically with the nation's growth, becoming a vital corridor and residential hub. The economy of Arlington is deeply intertwined with its proximity to the federal government, hosting numerous federal agencies, defense contractors, and a thriving tech sector that hums with quiet industry. The subtle rise and fall of the terrain offers glimpses of both the natural and built environments, a constant interplay that defines the feel of this place. Its history is one of transformation, from rural estates to a bustling, modern county that serves as a crucial extension of the capital. The cultural character of Arlington is one of dynamic diversity, a reflection of the many people drawn to its educational institutions and vibrant communities. Among its notable landmarks, the iconic Arlington National Cemetery stands as a solemn testament to national sacrifice, its sweeping grounds a landscape of quiet contemplation. The presence of George Mason University brings an intellectual energy, its campuses contributing to the civic life of Arlington. While professional sports teams may reside in neighboring jurisdictions, a strong local enthusiasm for athletic pursuits is evident in its parks and recreational leagues. Major events often draw upon the national significance of its surroundings, fostering a sense of shared history and civic pride. Individuals who have shaped national discourse, from policymakers to cultural figures, have found a home and a voice within Arlington's embrace, contributing to its unique identity.
Live animated radar for Arlington and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Arlington, Arlington County, Virginia |
| Coordinates | 38.89039°N, 77.084145°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| ZIP Code(s) | 22201, 23310, 22209 |
| Area Code | 757, 703, 571 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Arlington, Virginia Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Arlington, Virginia, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. 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 Arlington includes coordinates 38.890390°N, 77.084145°W, situated in Arlington County. ZIP code 22201, 23310, 22209. Telephone area code: 757, 703, 571. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. 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.
