Much-Needed Soaking Rain for Days in Connecticut’s Forecast

Finally, Connecticut is about to see some drought-busting rain, and it could last for days, according to an updated forecast for the state. Most of Connecticut is considered to be in the midst of a moderate to severe drought status.

The upcoming rainstorm won’t end the drought all by itself but it will definitely help. It looks like Connecticut can expect rain beginning on Tuesday and running through Thursday. By the time the rain ends most of the state will see between 1-2 inches, and some areas could see up to three inches of rain, according to projections by local meteorologists.

NBC Connecticut Meteorologist Ryan Hanrahan wrote, “Finally - a soaking rain is in the forecast! Right now 1"-2" Tuesday through Thursday is a good bet with a chance for more. Take a look at the latest computer models on my updated blog post.”

NBC Connecticut Meteorologist Darren Sweeney wrote, “Finally, some much-needed rain is on the way. Lately, any beneficial rain has been only for parts of the state, Some towns and cities miss out completely. It looks like we'll see a decent setup for a widespread soaking rain. This will come in two waves. Tuesday into Wednesday and then later Wednesday into Thursday."

“Statewide rain totals of 1-2" look likely with at least a chance some towns see up to 3" (the heavier rain total scenario is one we'll watch to evolve over the next couple of days). Overall, this is good news. We need to get the water tables up across the northeast. This will not end the drought entirely, but a solid soaking is exactly what we need,” Sweeney wrote on his Facebook page.

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Here’s an updated look at the forecast for Connecticut for the week ahead via the National Weather Service:

Monday: Sunny, high near 50 on the coast and mid 40s inland.

Tuesday: Rain begins around noon and temps rise into the mid 50s on the coast. In northern Connecticut, rain could begin around 8 a.m. and temps are only in the mid to upper 40s.

Wednesday: Rain in the afternoon for all of Connecticut. Before the rain, it may be partly sunny in the morning and temps will be in the upper 50s on the coast and near 50 inland.

Thursday: Rain ends around noon on the coast and around 10 a.m. inland. Temps will be in the 50s. Mostly cloudy skies.

Friday: Sunshine and 50 degrees on the coast and upper 40s inland.

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