Hartford, Connecticut – Arctic air is expected to remain in place across Connecticut from Jan. 24 through Jan. 30, bringing an extended stretch of below-normal temperatures and reinforcing winter conditions statewide.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, Connecticut falls within a 60 to 70 percent probability range for below-normal temperatures during the Jan. 24–30 period. While the cold may not be as extreme as farther north, confidence remains solid that temperatures will trend below late-January averages with limited opportunities for meaningful warm-ups.
Across northern and interior Connecticut, including Litchfield County and the Hartford area, daytime highs are expected to run below normal, with overnight lows frequently dipping into the teens. Persistent cold will allow snow and ice to linger on secondary roads and shaded areas along Routes 8, 44, and 2, especially during the morning commute.
In southern Connecticut, including New Haven, Bridgeport, and the Interstate 95 corridor, temperatures are also expected to stay below normal through the Jan. 24–30 window. Even brief moderation periods may struggle to push highs out of the 20s and lower 30s, increasing the risk of icy patches on bridges, overpasses, and sidewalks.
Connecticut emergency management officials encourage residents to take cold-weather precautions, including protecting pipes, limiting prolonged outdoor exposure, and checking on elderly neighbors and pets.
The Arctic pattern shows little indication of breaking before the end of the month, and additional cold-related advisories may be issued as confidence remains elevated in sustained below-normal temperatures across Connecticut through Jan. 30.
