Meriden (CT) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Meriden is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Meriden, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 29°C in July to a chilly 3°C in the coolest month, January.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -7°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Meriden experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1304 mm of precipitation annually. Meriden offers a pleasant mix of wetter and slightly drier months. The difference in precipitation between June (148 mm) and January (89 mm) is not too significant, making the climate enjoyable for visitors and residents alike.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
For those who appreciate different seasons, Meriden serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in July with an average of 9.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in November, offering only 4.6 hours of daily sunlight. 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 Meriden.
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 Meriden 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 January with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 148 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.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
