Local Weather: Prep for Frigid Temps in The Week Ahead

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By Emma Barhydt

The week brought an unforgiving chill to much of the United States, and New Canaan was no exception. After enduring highs of 17°F and 19°F, ending the week in the mid to high 30’s feels downright balmy. As the week concludes, New Canaan residents can look forward to more seasonable conditions, with temperatures settling within the historical averages for late January.

Saturday, January 25, will usher in a reprieve with abundant sunshine. Highs will hover in the high 20’s, dipping into the low 20s overnight. Winds will remain calm, with speeds under 10 mph and gusts below 20 mph—ideal conditions for those venturing outdoors.

Sunday, January 26, will be a bit warmer with highs in the high 30’s. The day will be a little gloomier than Saturday with 80% cloud cover. You can expect average winds of just under 10 mph and gusts of up to 30 mph. The lows this evening will be in the mid to high 10’s with much of the cloud cover clearing.

By Monday, January 27, the weather will cool slightly, with highs in the low 30s. Expect a mix of sun and clouds, with slightly below 50% cloud cover throughout the day. Winds will pick up marginally, averaging just over 10 mph with gusts reaching 25 mph. Overnight temperatures will settle in the mid-20s.

Tuesday, January 28 will deliver some of those more balmy temps with the high today in the high 30’s, possibly even getting into the low 40’s. Today will be mostly cloudy with a strong chance for some flurries. Any precipitation will be only just enough to add some winter magic to your day and result in no accumulation. Tonight we dip back into those colder temps with lows in the high 10’s.

Wednesday, January 29 sees slightly cooler daytime temps, with a high in the high 20’s, possibly breaking into the low 30’s. Today will be partly cloudy with a cloud cover of 42% and a chance for a snow shower. Wind speeds and gusts will be on par with what we’ve been seeing for the week. The evening will see a low in the low 20’s with a high probability of an ice shower late, exercise caution while driving.

Thursday, January 30, will bring the week’s most challenging weather. Sleet and freezing rain will arrive this morning and persist until the afternoon where we will see some light rain which will end before temps get too cold. Daytime temperatures will be in the low 30’s and may fall below freezing. By nightfall, the storm will depart New Canaan, leaving behind it lows in the mid to low 10’s and mostly cloudy skies. There is a possibility of a small flurry late in the evening

As January draws to a close, the forecast suggests a cold, rainy finale—fitting for a month defined by winter’s grip. Residents are advised to exercise caution on icy roads, avoiding sudden braking and maintaining safe distances between vehicles.

For non-emergencies, New Canaan residents can contact the police department at (203) 594-3500. In case of emergency, dial 911.

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