Water Temperature of the Housatonic River in Stratford, CT

Current Water Temperature

36.7°F

Measurement Time: Friday, December 26, 2025, 7:45 AM EST

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Charles E. Wheeler Wildlife Mangement Area; Long Island Sound; Milford, CT

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Housatonic River

Station Name: HOUSATONIC RIVER NR NELLS ISLAND NR STRATFORD, CT
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 0 feet

Nearest Address:
501 Broad St
Stratford, CT 06615
Fairfield County

GPS Coordinates: 41.1884333, -73.12125278

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Weather for Stratford, Connecticut

Current Weather

28.1°F
Cloudy
Conditions: Cloudy
Humidity: 34%
Heat Index: 28.1°F
Feels Like: 24.2°F
Wind: NE 2.5 mph
Wind Gusts: 7 mph
Wind Chill: 24.2°F
Air Pressure: 1020.37 millibars
Dew Point: 24.2°F
Chance of Precipitation: 0%
Precipitation: 0 in
Cloud Cover: 75%
Visibility: 10 mi
UV Index: 0

Five Day Weather Forecast

Patchy moderate snow
Fri
H: 32°F
L: 16°F
Moderate or heavy snow showers
Sat
H: 30°F
L: 28°F
Overcast
Sun
H: 34°F
L: 26°F
Moderate rain
Mon
H: 43°F
L: 30°F
Partly Cloudy
Tue
H: 30°F
L: 25°F

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 5.55 μg/m3
PM10: 5.85 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 188.85 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 15.55 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 3.55 μg/m3
Ozone: 61 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:17 AM
Sun Transit: 11:53 AM
Sunset: 4:30 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 14 mins
Moonrise: 11:07 AM
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 11:20 PM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 40.5%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Minor Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
10:37 AM - 12:07 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 2:33AM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 2:33 AM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches. * WHERE...Portions of southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey, and southeast New York. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions.


Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 1:04PM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 1:04 PM
Expires: Sat December 27, 2025, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches. * WHERE...Portions of southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey, and southeast New York. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The period of heaviest snowfall (1-2"/hr) will occur between 6pm and midnight, making travel very difficult.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.


Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 2:33AM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 2:33 AM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 7 inches. * WHERE...Northern New Haven and Southern New Haven Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions.


Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 1:04PM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 1:04 PM
Expires: Sat December 27, 2025, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 9 inches. * WHERE...Northern New Haven and Southern New Haven Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The period of heaviest snowfall (1-2"/hr) will occur between 6pm and midnight, making travel very difficult.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.


Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 2:33AM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 2:33 AM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 7 inches. * WHERE...Northeast Suffolk and Southeast Suffolk Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions.


Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 1:04PM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 1:04 PM
Expires: Sat December 27, 2025, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 and 10 inches. * WHERE...Northeast Suffolk and Southeast Suffolk Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The period of heaviest snowfall (1-2"/hr) will occur between 6pm and midnight, making travel very difficult.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.


Winter Weather Advisory issued December 26 at 2:33AM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 2:33 AM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 7:00 PM

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 5 inches. * WHERE...Northern Middlesex, Northern New London, Southern Middlesex, and Southern New London Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Check local Department of Transportation information services for the latest road conditions.


Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 1:04PM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Upton NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 1:04 PM
Expires: Sat December 27, 2025, 1:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches. * WHERE...Northern Middlesex, Northern New London, Southern Middlesex, and Southern New London Counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The period of heaviest snowfall (1-2"/hr) will occur between 6pm and midnight, making travel very difficult.

Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded.


Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 12:58AM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 12:58 AM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 3:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. * WHERE...Ulster, Greene and Dutchess Counties in eastern New York and Litchfield County in northwest Connecticut. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy snow will develop around or just after sunset, and will remain heavy at times tonight. Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will be possible overnight. The snow gradually tapers off Saturday morning to scattered snow showers and flurries.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 5:30AM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 5:30 AM
Expires: Fri December 26, 2025, 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. * WHERE...Litchfield County in northwestern Connecticut and the eastern Catskills, mid Hudson Valley, southern Taconics, Helderbergs and the Schoharie Valley in eastern New York. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could become difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy snow will develop early tonight and will remain heavy overnight. Snowfall rates of one to two inches an hour will be possible at times overnight. The snow will taper off Saturday morning to scattered snow showers and flurries.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Winter Storm Warning issued December 26 at 12:07PM EST until December 27 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Albany NY

Effective: Fri December 26, 2025, 12:07 PM
Expires: Sat December 27, 2025, 5:15 AM

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. * WHERE...Litchfield County in northwestern Connecticut and the eastern Catskills, mid Hudson Valley, southern Taconics, Helderbergs and the Schoharie Valley in eastern New York. * WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses will quickly become slick and hazardous. Travel could become difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate to heavy snow will develop early this evening and will continue overnight, gradually decreasing in intensity after midnight. Snowfall rates of one to two inches an hour will be possible at times before midnight. The snow will taper off Saturday morning to scattered snow showers and flurries.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.


Friday, December 26, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Patchy moderate snow
Average Temperature: 24.2°F
Average Humidity: 44%
Chance of Rain: 77%
Wind: 15.2 mph
UV Index: 0.2

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 3.47 μg/m3
PM10: 3.65 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 183.05 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 8.01 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.52 μg/m3
Ozone: 70.2 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:17 AM
Sun Transit: 11:53 AM
Sunset: 4:30 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 14 mins
Moonrise: 11:07 AM
Moon Transit: 12:00 AM
Moonset: 11:20 PM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 40.5%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Minor Periods

12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
10:37 AM - 12:07 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Saturday, December 27, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Moderate or heavy snow showers
Average Temperature: 28.7°F
Average Humidity: 87%
Chance of Rain: 72%
Wind: 15.9 mph
UV Index: 0.3

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 8.56 μg/m3
PM10: 9.21 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 224.29 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 18.43 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 2.94 μg/m3
Ozone: 55.8 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:17 AM
Sun Transit: 11:53 AM
Sunset: 4:31 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 14 mins
Moonrise: 11:28 AM
Moon Transit: 4:23 AM
Moonset: 12:20 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 51.8%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

3:53 AM - 6:23 AM
3:53 AM - 6:23 AM

Minor Periods

10:58 AM - 12:28 AM
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Sunday, December 28, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Overcast
Average Temperature: 30.4°F
Average Humidity: 83%
Chance of Rain: 0%
Wind: 9.4 mph
UV Index: 0.3

Air Quality

AQI: 2 - Moderate
PM2.5: 22.94 μg/m3
PM10: 23.69 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 271.73 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 42.27 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.73 μg/m3
Ozone: 28.16 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:17 AM
Sun Transit: 11:54 AM
Sunset: 4:32 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 14 mins
Moonrise: 11:52 AM
Moon Transit: 6:40 PM
Moonset: 12:30 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 63.0%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

8:05 AM - 10:35 AM
6:10 PM - 8:40 PM

Minor Periods

11:22 AM - 12:52 AM
12:00 AM - 1:30 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Monday, December 29, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Moderate rain
Average Temperature: 37.9°F
Average Humidity: 91%
Chance of Rain: 81%
Wind: 23.7 mph
UV Index: 0

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 11.35 μg/m3
PM10: 12.63 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 274.68 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 33.23 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 5.77 μg/m3
Ozone: 31.52 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:17 AM
Sun Transit: 11:54 AM
Sunset: 4:32 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 15 mins
Moonrise: 12:19 AM
Moon Transit: 7:32 PM
Moonset: 1:44 AM
Moon Phase: First Quarter
Moon Illumination: 73.5%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

8:56 AM - 11:26 AM
7:02 PM - 9:32 PM

Minor Periods

11:49 AM - 1:19 PM
1:14 AM - 2:44 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Weather Forecast

Conditions: Partly Cloudy
Average Temperature: 27.4°F
Average Humidity: 62%
Chance of Rain: 0%
Wind: 25.1 mph
UV Index: 0

Air Quality

AQI: 1 - Good
PM2.5: 2.27 μg/m3
PM10: 2.27 μg/m3
Carbon Monoxide: 219.78 μg/m3
Nitrogen Dioxide: 10.64 μg/m3
Sulphur Dioxide: 4.24 μg/m3
Ozone: 47.31 μg/m3

Astronomical

Sunrise: 7:18 AM
Sun Transit: 11:55 AM
Sunset: 4:33 PM
Daylight: 9 hrs 16 mins
Moonrise: 12:51 AM
Moon Transit: 8:29 PM
Moonset: 3:01 AM
Moon Phase: Waxing Gibbous
Moon Illumination: 82.8%

Best Times for Fishing or Hunting

Major Periods

9:50 AM - 12:20 AM
7:59 PM - 10:29 PM

Minor Periods

12:21 AM - 1:51 PM
2:31 AM - 4:01 AM

Action Rating: 2 out of 5

The times presented here are based upon the solunar theory, which is the idea that the movements of fish and other animals are affected by the location of the sun and moon. The major periods are believed to be the times of the greatest animal activity and occur when the moon is directly overhead or underfoot (lunar transits). The minor periods also see increased activity and occur when the moon is rising or setting. The strongest activity occurs during full or new moons, and the weakest during quarter or three quarter moons. This is indicated by the Action Rating.

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