First snow of season? Connecticut could see a few wet flakes from winter storm

Rain is likely late this week in Connecticut, but colder air could bring a few wet snowflakes to hill towns and higher elevations.

First Alert Weather: Rain, wet flakes prompt First Alert Weather Days later this week

Tomorrow, Veterans Day, will be mild and bright, perfect for outdoor ceremonies. However, our Next Big Thing is focused on a storm system that arrives late this week, prompting *First Alert Weather Days* for both Thursday and Friday. Rain is likely as colder air gets drawn into Connecticut, flipping rain to wet flakes across the higher elevations of NW CT. By Friday afternoon, temperatures will be below average and the wind will be gusty. The weekend begins unsettled but gradually trends drier.

First Alert Weather: Bright and mild tomorrow, unsettled to end the week

The breeze lingers as Tuesday turns brighter. Wednesday, Veterans Day, will be mild and bright, perfect for outdoor ceremonies. However, our Next Big Thing is focused on a storm system that arrives late Thursday. Along with it, some much cooler air works into Southern New England. As a result, most of us will see a cold rain into Friday... but we can’t rule out a few wet flakes mixing in through the hills. This will also lead to our chilliest days of the season so far.

Afternoon forecast for Nov. 9

Breezy with temps in the upper 50s for Tuesday

It looks like clouds to sunshine today with a bit of a breeze. High temperatures are in the upper 50s. Tonight looks fair and chilly with temperatures in the 40s. Tomorrow we’ll see sun to some clouds with high temperatures near 60 degrees. Thursday looks cloudy with some showers...

Possible nor’easter headed to Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut

A possible nor’easter is headed to southern New England next week that could bring rain and wind for most and snow for some in the higher elevations. While cooler and drier conditions are expected early next week, the National Weather Service in Boston/Norton says guidance is starting to pick up on the possible development of another low-pressure system that could bring more unsettled weather to Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut later in the week.

Connecticut Parents Warned of Stop Sign Challenge as Winter Nears

Parents encouraged to discuss dangerous driving behavior before winter conditions increase intersection risks.

First snow of season? Connecticut could see a few wet flakes from winter storm

The first snow of the season can feel like a big deal, even when little accumulates. For Connecticut residents hoping for a winter wonderland, the late-week forecast offers a slight chance of wet snow, but rain is much more likely. Low pressure is expected to approach the area from our...

Climate change is altering the colors we see in the world: an illustrated journey

From Arctic landscapes to insect bodies, climate change is shifting the familiar colors of nature. Congress has eliminated all funding for public media. That means $2.1 million per year that Connecticut Public relied on to deliver you news, information, and entertainment programs you enjoyed is gone. All donations are appreciated,...

Sunny Monday brings a chilly start, milder afternoon across Connecticut. Here's the forecast.

November is off to a warmer-than-normal start, but there have still been plenty of chilly mornings.

Connecticut had an earthquake this week. Most people likely missed it

Wednesday’s quake is the latest in Connecticut’s long history of small underground rumbles.

Cooler, breezy conditions settle in after soggy end to workweek

NEW YORK, N.Y. (PIX11) — Residents woke up to windy and chilly conditions across the area on Saturday as a cold front swept through the region. Skies did brighten later in the day, but it remained quite cool as temperatures struggled to get out of the 50s. As for...

Weak Earthquake Rattles Connecticut Coastline

Connecticut was rattled by a weak earthquake during the afternoon on Wednesday. According to USGS, at 1:53 pm, a weak magnitude 1.6 earthquake struck the central shore near Niantic from a depth of 8.4 km. The earthquake was far too weak to create any damage or injuries. According to USGS,...

Sunshine returns to Connecticut Sunday with highs near 60 degrees, despite a cool breeze

You may notice a more typical early-November feel to the air today.