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Hartford, CT Weather Alert: 90% Rain, Freeze Risk Nov 12-16
Connecticut — Rain soaked highways, gusty northern winds and temperatures plunging below freezing could bring a sharp November weather reversal to Hartford.
By Mason Reid · 2026-11-11T09:31:21.469Z
Connecticut — Rain soaked highways, gusty northern winds and temperatures plunging below freezing could bring a sharp November weather reversal to Hartford.
After afternoon temperatures approach 59 degrees Wednesday, widespread rain will arrive Thursday and continue into Friday.
By early next week, temperatures could fall toward 28 degrees, a striking 31 degree difference from Wednesday's expected high.
According to the National Weather Service, Hartford faces a 90% chance of rain Thursday night and Friday as a developing storm system moves through the Northeast.
The changing conditions could affect commuters across Hartford County and surrounding central Connecticut communities.
Thursday Rain Arrives During the Afternoon Thursday, November 12, begins mostly cloudy, with temperatures climbing near 56 degrees.
Rain becomes likely after 1 p.m., with precipitation chances increasing to 70%.
Northeast winds strengthen to 5 to 9 mph during the morning.
The National Weather Service expects between one quarter and one half inch of precipitation during the day.
Drivers along Interstate 84, Interstate 91 and Route 2 should prepare for wet pavement and reduced visibility during steadier rainfall.
Thursday night brings another round of widespread rain.
Precipitation chances climb to 90%, while temperatures fall toward 37 degrees.
North winds increase to 9 to 14 mph, adding a brisk November chill.
Friday Brings 90% Rain Chance and Colder Air Friday, November 13, looks particularly damp across central Connecticut.
Rain chances remain at 90%, with temperatures reaching only 47 degrees.
That represents a 12 degree decline from Wednesday's expected high.
North winds around 14 mph could make outdoor conditions feel even colder.
By Friday night, temperatures fall toward 31 degrees.
A 40% chance of rain continues before 1 a.m. Saturday.
That combination raises concerns about isolated slick spots if lingering moisture freezes as temperatures drop.
However, widespread flash freezing is not specifically predicted.
Saturday Brings Improving Skies but Freezing Temperatures Saturday, November 14, offers a gradual break from the wet weather.
A 30% chance of rain continues before 7 a.m., followed by mostly cloudy conditions.
Temperatures reach approximately 47 degrees.
Saturday night readings fall toward 32 degrees, keeping freezing conditions in the picture.
Residents should consider protecting sensitive plants and checking exposed outdoor faucets.
The Weather Prediction Center is tracking an unusually strong push of polar air across the eastern United States.
Although wet snow is possible across higher elevations of the interior Northeast, Hartford's supplied local forecast currently favors rain.
Sunday and Monday Bring Sunshine and Colder Mornings Sunday, November 15, brings mostly sunny skies and highs near 51 degrees.
Temperatures fall toward 30 degrees Sunday night.
Monday offers sunshine and highs near 52 degrees before temperatures drop toward 28 degrees Monday night.
That could produce one of the coldest mornings in the supplied outlook by Tuesday.
No accumulating snow or specific tornado threat appears in Hartford's local forecast.
Five Day Hartford Weather Outlook Thursday, Nov. 12: Rain likely after 1 p.m., high 56°F. Precipitation chance 70%. Low 37°F, with rain chances increasing to 90%. Friday, Nov. 13: Rain, high 47°F. Precipitation chance 90%. North winds around 14 mph. Low 31°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Chance of early rain, then mostly cloudy. High 47°F. Precipitation chance 30%. Low 32°F. Sunday, Nov. 15: Mostly sunny, high 51°F. Low 30°F. Monday, Nov. 16: Sunny, high 52°F. Low 28°F. Tuesday, November 17, brings sunny skies and highs near 54 degrees.
Looking toward Thanksgiving, additional cold spells remain possible across Connecticut. However, no specific Hartford snowstorm is established by the available guidance.
Traveling through Hartford Thursday or Friday? Are you preparing for the rain, or more concerned about freezing temperatures afterward? Tell us what conditions look like in your neighborhood.