Bridgeport, CT Weather

56°F

Mostly Cloudy

Data: NOAA/National Weather Service. Forecast updated Oct 16, 2026, 7:47 AM UTC. Discussion issued Oct 16, 2026, 5:53 AM UTC.

Air Quality Index: 17 (Good)

SPC Convective Outlook: Slight Risk

Will it hit me? Next 2 hours in Bridgeport

Rain starts around 5:00 AM.

  1. · 10% · Mostly Cloudy
  2. · 67% · Rain Showers Likely
  3. · 67% · Rain Showers Likely

No storms on track toward Bridgeport right now.

Hourly NWS forecast and radar storm motion. Times are local. Not an official warning; follow NWS.

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Local discussion

  • Severe thunderstorms are possible on Friday, mainly in the evening, with damaging winds as the primary threat.
  • Showers will start late tonight and continue into Friday morning, with a second round of showers and thunderstorms expected Friday evening.
  • Cooler temperatures will arrive this weekend, with highs in the 50s and gusty winds.

Hazards

  • Severe: Potential for strong to severe thunderstorms with damaging winds. (Friday evening; primarily western areas, including NE NJ and Lower Hudson Valley)
  • Wind: Gusty northwest winds expected, contributing to cooler temperatures. (Friday night into Saturday; entire area)
  • Marine: Small Craft Advisories in effect due to developing conditions. (Friday morning to Saturday morning; ocean waters)

Bridgeport, CT Climate Overview

Bridgeport, CT, located at 41.1865°N, -73.1952°W, experiences a humid subtropical climate with maritime influences, leading to moderate seasonal temperature variations. Summers are generally warm and humid with average high temperatures in the mid-80s°F and lows in the mid-60s°F. Winters are chilly, with average highs in the upper 30s°F and lows in the mid-20s°F. Spring and fall offer transitional weather with mild temperatures and varying conditions.

Precipitation in Bridgeport is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, totaling approximately 43 inches annually. The wettest months are typically March and April, while February tends to be the driest. Snowfall is a notable winter feature, with the city receiving an average of 27 inches of snow per season, primarily from late December through early March.

Bridgeport is occasionally affected by the remnants of tropical storms and hurricanes that make their way up the Atlantic coast during the late summer and fall months. While not a primary tornado region, the area can experience severe thunderstorms that may produce isolated tornadoes. Nor'easters can bring significant snowfall and coastal flooding during the winter months.

The city's coastal location along Long Island Sound moderates temperatures and influences local weather patterns, reducing the risk of extreme temperature fluctuations. Bridgeport's relatively low elevation and proximity to the coast help shield it from the more severe winter conditions experienced further inland.