Bridgeport, Connecticut Weather
Bridgeport, Connecticut — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, NWS alerts, radar and satellite imagery, tide predictions, marine conditions and a solunar fishing forecast for Bridgeport, Fairfield County.
Tides, marine forecast and fishing conditions near Bridgeport. Tide source:
Full aviation weather for Bridgeport is published on the Igor I Sikorsky Memorial Airport (KBDR) page, 7 km away. It carries the current METAR decoded into plain language — surface wind, visibility, cloud layers and ceiling, temperature and dewpoint, and altimeter setting — alongside the raw observation as transmitted. 6 airfields within reach of Bridgeport have their own pages, listed below.
The Terminal Aerodrome Forecast (TAF) is shown across its full validity period, with each change group broken out so you can see when conditions are expected to shift. Flight category is derived automatically — VFR, MVFR, IFR or LIFR — from reported ceiling and visibility, with runway details and field elevation alongside. Observations update roughly hourly and forecasts several times a day.
Other airports near Bridgeport: Danbury Municipal Airport (KDXR) 32 km · Waterbury Oxford Airport (KOXC) 35 km · Westchester County Airport (KHPN) 44 km · Candlelight Farms Airport (K11N) 50 km · Waterbury Airport (KN41) 53 km
Conditions reported at KBDR describe the airfield itself. Weather 7 km away can differ, particularly in terrain or near the coast. For conditions at Bridgeport specifically, see the current conditions and forecast above.
About Bridgeport, Connecticut
Bridgeport, a city embraced by the Long Island Sound, unfolds with a rugged, industrial beauty shaped by its maritime heritage and the gentle sweep of its coastline. It lies 8.4 miles west-south-west of Milford city, CT (from Milford city, CT: bearing 241°T), and is situated 8.6 miles west-south-west of Milford. The land itself, a study in contrasts, rises from the water's edge with a determined grace, its terrain marked by the persistent energy of a place that has always faced the sea. The air here often carries the briny tang of salt and the distant hum of commerce, a constant reminder of its connection to the wider world. Even as the sun dips below the horizon, casting a painterly glow across the harbor, there's a palpable sense of resilience in Bridgeport, a spirit forged by the tides and the enduring strength of its working waterfront. The story of Bridgeport is one of innovation and adaptation, a narrative woven through centuries of American enterprise. Originally settled by farmers and fishermen, its fortunes shifted dramatically with the Industrial Revolution, transforming it into a powerhouse of manufacturing. The city became synonymous with invention, a cradle for groundbreaking advancements that reshaped industries. This legacy of industry continues to inform Bridgeport's economy, which now thrives on a diverse mix of sectors, from healthcare and education to finance and advanced manufacturing, all contributing to its dynamic economic pulse. The echoes of its industrial past, however, still resonate, whispering through the architecture and the enduring spirit of its people. Bridgeport pulses with a vibrant cultural life, a testament to its rich history and diverse population. While professional sports teams are a draw for many, the city's cultural heart beats strongest in its annual festivals, its world-renowned institutions of learning, and its iconic landmarks that speak of a bygone era. The natural beauty of its parks and beaches offers serene escapes, a gentle counterpoint to the city's energetic pace. Bridgeport has been the birthplace and home to individuals who have left an indelible mark on the world, from celebrated musicians whose melodies echo through the air to influential politicians who have shaped national discourse, each adding another layer to the intricate and captivating story of Bridgeport.
Live animated radar for Bridgeport and surroundings — RainViewer.
NOAA GOES-16 GEOCOLOR — live animated loop updated every 10 minutes. Shows cloud cover, storm systems and weather patterns across the continental US.
Source: NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East · Public domain · Auto-updates on page reload
| Location | Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut |
| Coordinates | 41.167041°N, 73.204835°W |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Area Code | 203, 475, 860, 959 |
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), NOAA National Weather Service |
About This Bridgeport, Connecticut Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Bridgeport, Connecticut, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, NWS extended text forecast, precipitation radar and NOAA GOES-16 satellite imagery. Aviation weather — live METAR observations and TAF forecasts — is published separately on the pages for the nearest reporting airports, linked from the aviation section above. Additional sections may include tide predictions, wave height, wave direction and sea-surface temperature, a barometric pressure trend, and a solunar-based fishing forecast with a fishing-conditions rating for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live USGS river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Bridgeport includes coordinates 41.167041°N, 73.204835°W, situated in Fairfield County. Telephone area code: 203, 475, 860, 959. Timezone: Eastern Time (America/New_York).
Weather data is sourced from the NOAA National Weather Service (NWS) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. River and stream data is sourced from the USGS National Water Information System. Tide predictions are sourced from NOAA CO-OPS; marine and solunar data are modeled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-East and is public domain.
