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Climate

Climate varies from season to season in Hartford. Below is a chart that provides average temperatures by season to give you an idea of what to expect. Keep in mind, however, that Connecticut weather is notoriously changeable, so be sure to have a variety of clothes handy for unexpected heat, cold, rain, or snow.

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Climate
    Season Fahrenheit Celsius
    Autumn (September -November) Low 46° to High 60° Low 8° to High 15°
    Winter (December – February) Low 0° to High 37° Low -17° to High -3°
    Spring (March – May) Low 38° to High 60° Low 3° to High 15°
    Summer (June – August) Low 60° to High 90° Low 15° to High 35°

    Fall in Connecticut is typically breezy and mild, with a frequent tendency for “Indian Summers” - when the temperature rises to summer temperatures after a period of cooler weather. In Autumn, it is helpful to keep light jackets, sweaters, and rain gear handy.

    Winter in Connecticut can either be mild or snowy. You can expect everything from mild, Fall-like days to sleet storms. For the winter, be sure to have warm sweaters, winter coats, hats, gloves, sturdy boots, and thick socks.

    Connecticut Springs are often quite rainy though the temperatures are mild. Keep some of your warm clothes handy, but you can begin to break out some warm weather clothes as well. This may be a good time to give in and buy an umbrella or raincoat.

    If you stay in Hartford for the summer, expect mild, pleasant weather in the early part of the season, but be prepared for hot, humid days through July and August. It is always hotter in the city than in the countryside, so if you are in Connecticut during a summer, you can cool off by taking a road trip to the mountains or to the shore.

    Regardless of the temperature outside, the dormitories are notoriously cold before the heat kicks in around late fall and notoriously hot for the rest of the year. With this in mind, you may want to keep some warmer clothes handy in the fall, and some cooler clothes handy the rest of the year so you can be comfortable in your dorm room.


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