Heavy Rain, Wind Possible As Storm Jose Approaches Shelton and Derby

SHELTON, CT — Shelton and Derby could see heavy wind and rain as Hurricane Jose approaches the state. The worst impact for Connecticut will be on the immediate coast, which is under a Tropical Storm Watch, according to the National Weather Service.

For areas inland in southern Connecticut, a Hazardous Weather Outlook has been issued for “strong gusty winds and heavy rain associated with tropical cyclone Jose.” Hartford and Tolland counties are without any advisory, but they are expected to see periods of heavy rain and some gusty winds too.

The weather is expected to deteriorate in Connecticut beginning Tuesday night and into early Wednesday, which is when the wind and rain will be at its worst. Southeast Connecticut will see the greatest impacts, as it’s closest to Jose.

Below is the forecast for Shelton and Derby:

Tuesday
Showers likely. Cloudy, with a high near 71. Northeast wind 14 to 17 mph. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New precipitation amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.

Tuesday Night
A 50 percent chance of showers. Cloudy, with a low around 65. Breezy, with a north wind 21 to 23 mph.

Wednesday
A 40 percent chance of showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 75. Breezy, with a north wind 20 to 25 mph.

Wednesday Night
A 20 percent chance of showers before midnight. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 64. North wind 8 to 14 mph.

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