Weather in Bridgeport, Connecticut
Roses open along the stoops. Day 59 of spring. Read this microseason across nine climate regions →
- TodayMay 16Overcast—76°48°
- SundayMay 17Overcast—89°59°
- MondayMay 18Overcast—73°60°
- TuesdayMay 19Light Drizzle14%91°60°
- WednesdayMay 20Showers81%93°60°
- ThursdayMay 21Overcast24%72°53°
- FridayMay 22Light Drizzle17%60°48°
- PM 2.5
- 12.4 μg/m³
- PM 10
- 16.0 μg/m³
- NO₂
- 13.1 μg/m³
- Ozone
- 100.0 μg/m³
- UV Index
- 0.0 Low
When the dew is on the grass, rain will never come to pass.
- Moonrise
- 9:35 AM
- Moonset
- 12:32 AM
- In sign
- ♊︎ Gemini
Roses open along the stoops
Bridgeport at a glance
- Today vs. normal: 8°F below the seasonal normal for this latitude
- Last frost: April 23 (climatological average for this latitude)
- Microseason: 28 of 72, May 16–20
- Planting window: Direct sow okra, melons, and southern peas. Thin carrot rows.
Right now in the garden
Warm-season window is open
As of May 17, the last spring frost has passed for most years. Transplant tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, basil, and cucurbits (cucumbers, squash, melons) now. Direct-sow beans and corn into warm soil.
Planting calendar
| Month | Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|
| January | — | — |
| February | — | — |
| March | — | — |
| April | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes | — |
| May | lettuce, peas, spinach, radishes, tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| June | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | lettuce, peas, radishes |
| July | tomatoes, peppers, beans, squash | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| August | — | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| September | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | tomatoes, beans, summer squash |
| October | fall brassicas, garlic (overwinter), carrots | winter squash, tomatoes (last) |
| November | — | — |
| December | — | — |
A year in weather
July brings Bridgeport's warmest temperatures at roughly 76°F mean, while January delivers the coldest at around 31°F. April sees peak rainfall at 4.2 inches, with November marking the driest period at 3.1 inches.
| Month | Mean temp | Precip | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31° | 3.2″ | 7 |
| February | 33° | 3.1″ | 6 |
| March | 40° | 4.1″ | 8 |
| April | 50° | 4.2″ | 7 |
| May | 60° | 3.6″ | 7 |
| June | 70° | 3.8″ | 7 |
| July | 76° | 3.3″ | 6 |
| August | 75° | 4.0″ | 6 |
| September | 68° | 4.0″ | 6 |
| October | 56° | 3.8″ | 6 |
| November | 46° | 3.1″ | 6 |
| December | 37° | 4.0″ | 8 |
Regional context
Bridgeport belongs to the warm-summer humid continental climate region, sharing temperature ranges, seasonal cycles, and growing conditions with other cities in this climate zone.
Similar climates: Hartford, CT, New Haven, CT, Waterbury, CT, Danbury, CT, Norwich, CT.
Naturalist notes
Red-winged blackbirds return to Bridgeport's wetlands during late March, their territorial calls signaling winter's retreat.
Sugar maples begin leafing out in early May as soil temperatures warm past the critical threshold.
Frequently asked
- When does it freeze in Bridgeport?
- Spring's final frost usually occurs around mid-April in Bridgeport, while the first fall frost typically arrives around mid-November.
- What is the rainy season in Bridgeport?
- April records the highest monthly rainfall at approximately 4.2 inches, contributing to the city's annual total of roughly 44 inches.
- What is the warmest month in Bridgeport?
- July typically brings the warmest weather, with average temperatures around 76°F.
- What is the coldest month in Bridgeport?
- January typically delivers the coldest conditions, averaging about 31°F.
- When can I start a vegetable garden in Bridgeport?
- Cool-season vegetables like peas and lettuce can be planted around the last spring frost in mid-April, while warm-season crops such as tomatoes and peppers should wait 1–2 weeks after.
- How many rainy days does Bridgeport get?
- Bridgeport experiences approximately 78 rainy days annually.
- What hardiness zone is Bridgeport?
- Bridgeport's USDA hardiness zone reflects its lowest average winter temperatures; the USDA's online zone lookup tool provides current designations by ZIP code.
Climate
Bridgeport, Connecticut experiences a warm-summer humid continental climate. January temperatures hover near 31°F while July averages reach 76°F, creating a 44°F seasonal swing.
Annual precipitation totals about 44 inches, distributed across roughly 78 rainy days throughout the year.
Geographic factors drive the local weather patterns: latitude at 41.2°N, nearby water bodies, and elevation all influence growing seasons, frost timing, and daily weather conditions.