Hartford, Connecticut – A colder, more unsettled pattern is taking shape across Connecticut as December begins, prompting a December Snow Alert while winter in Hartford trends more active. While it’s too early to determine exactly how many inches of snow could fall, one thing is certain: Connecticut is positioned for an above-average amount as December storm chances increase statewide.
According to the Climate Prediction Center, below-normal temperatures and near- to above-normal precipitation are favored across southern New England through the month. According to the National Weather Service in Boston, that pattern often supports several early-winter storm opportunities, including coastal systems capable of producing accumulating snow inland while mixing with rain or sleet along the shoreline.
According to CTDOT, travel hazards will likely increase along I-84, I-91, the Merritt Parkway, and Route 2 as colder mornings allow black ice and quick bursts of heavier snow to slow commuters. Reduced visibility and slick bridges are possible during sunrise hours when temperatures dip below freezing. Drivers should carry winter gear, charge devices, and allow extra stopping distance on untreated surfaces.
Holiday events across Hartford, New Haven, and the Connecticut River Valley may experience schedule adjustments if clippers or coastal lows track close enough to deepen snowfall. Residents should dress in layers, protect older pipes, and prepare for brief power outages when wetter snow combines with gusty winds.
Exact totals remain uncertain this early, but long-range trends continue to favor a colder, storm-supportive pattern — boosting confidence that Connecticut is heading for a snowy December and increasing the chance of a White Christmas for inland towns.
