The climate in Bridgeport, CT is characterized by mild winters and warm summers. During the winter months, temperatures in Bridgeport generally stay above freezing, with average highs in the mid-40s Fahrenheit and lows dipping into the low 30s. During summer, temperatures can reach near 90 degrees Fahrenheit or higher on hot days. This region also sees a fair amount of precipitation throughout the year, averaging about 43 inches annually. The area is affected by both Atlantic storms and Nor'easters from the northeast, which can bring heavy rain or snow depending on the season. In addition to these two weather patterns, Bridgeport often experiences high humidity during the summer months due to its close proximity to Long Island Sound.
Bridgeport, Connecticut gets 47 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Bridgeport averages 30 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 175 sunny days per year in Bridgeport. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Bridgeport gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 116 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 83 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 22
Rain: averages 47 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 30 inches of snow a year