STORM WATCH: Connecticut tracks Thursday nor’easter as heavy rain, gusty winds and higher-elevation snowflakes loom
Widespread rain and gusty winds arrive Thursday, with a possible wintry mix in Litchfield County before a colder, breezy weekend takes hold.
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FORECAST
Connecticut is in for a beautiful Veterans Day, with partly to mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing to near 60 degrees.
Some passing clouds will move through during the day, but overall conditions will remain pleasant, with light winds and fair weather.
Clouds will gradually increase tonight, with a chance of showers developing overnight as our next weather system approaches from the west.
NOR'EASTER DETAILS
Thursday is shaping up to be the primary day of concern as a developing nor’easter brings periods of rain across the state. Showers are expected to move in from the west before becoming more widespread as the area of low pressure approaches.
The heaviest rainfall is expected during the afternoon and evening hours, particularly between 2 and 8 p.m. Several rounds of rain and locally heavy downpours are possible, creating wet roadways and potentially difficult travel conditions.
Rainfall totals are expected to range between 1 and 2 inches across much of Connecticut, with locally higher amounts possible depending on how long the storm lingers.
Gusty winds will also accompany the system, with gusts generally between 20 and 30 mph and isolated gusts potentially approaching 35 mph.
The combination of heavy rain and gusty winds will make for an unsettled Thursday, especially during the afternoon and evening commute.
As colder air filters into Connecticut Thursday night into early Friday morning, some areas could experience a transition to a wintry mix.
The greatest potential for freezing rain, sleet and wet snowflakes will be across the higher elevations, particularly in Litchfield County and other elevated portions of western and northern Connecticut. Coastal communities and areas closer to the shoreline are expected to see primarily rain.
No significant snow accumulation is expected, although a few wet flakes could mix in across the interior before the storm gradually exits. Precipitation should wind down by Friday evening.
COLDEST AIR OF THE SEASON SO FAR
A noticeably colder pattern settles in heading into the weekend, with Friday and Saturday bringing some of the coldest air of the season so far.
Daytime temperatures will generally remain in the 40s, while overnight lows dip near or below freezing, particularly across the interior. Saturday should be mainly dry, although an isolated sprinkle or shower cannot be ruled out during the morning.
Breezy conditions will continue through Sunday, with a gradual temperature recovery into the lower 50s expected heading into next week.
Despite the modest improvement, overnight temperatures will remain near or below freezing in many communities, especially away from the shoreline.
