Hamden (CT) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Hamden is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Hamden, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 29°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 3°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -7°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Hamden experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1325 mm of precipitation annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Hamden enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In June, you can expect around 133 mm of precipitation, while in January, Hamden receives about 89 mm.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Hamden can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in November, with only 4.6 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Hamden.
The city experiences its highest humidity in September, reaching 72%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 58%. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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The best time of year to visit Hamden in the United States of America
During the months of May, June and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
July has an average maximum temperature of 29°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 133 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 89 mm of precipitation.
July is the sunniest month with an average of 293 hours of sunshine.
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