Hartford, Connecticut, United States of America: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2018]

Traveling to Hartford, Connecticut, United States of America? If you're planning to go to Hartford, here is some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack:

When to go to Hartford, Connecticut, United States of America

Based on the climate and weather in Hartford, the best time to go is August. See below for details.

What to wear/what to pack for Hartford, Connecticut, United States of America by month

January

In January, Hartford is frosty, snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 30s F (single digits C) and a bit less than half of the time jump into the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the high 10s F (single digits below 0 C).

During your visit, you can expect heavy snowfall. This is also a rainy time for Hartford, with several of the days of the month having rain. In January, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Insulated boots
Pajamas, such as sweats
Waterproof coat
Sweaters
Scarf
Gloves
Thermal undergarments
Waterproof boots
Umbrella
Fleeces
Very heavy socks
Multiple layer jacket shell

February

If you go to Hartford in February, you will notice that it is pretty cool, snowy and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time and snow occasionally.

Daytime temperatures are in the high 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Gloves
Multiple layer jacket shell
Waterproof boots
Waterproof coat
Fleeces
Sweaters
Scarf
Umbrella
Pajamas, such as sweats
Insulated boots
Very heavy socks
Thermal undergarments

March

March in Hartford is pretty cool, snowy and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the high 20s F (single digits below 0 C). It tends to rain regularly.

It also snows once in a while. With the colder weather comes lower humidity, which is in the 50% to 60% range on average.

What to wear/what to pack:

Warm pants or jeans
Umbrella
Heavy socks
Sweaters
Waterproof boots
Waterproof coat
Cold weather footwear
Gloves or mittens
Heavy jacket

April

April in Hartford is crisp and somewhat rainy. The rain can amount to several inches/centimeters.

During this time, temperatures average in the high 40s F (single digits C) to low 60s F (mid 10s C), although night temperatures can dip into the low 30s F (single digits C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Rain coat
Jacket or coat
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Fleeces
Umbrella
Standard footwear
Socks
Warm pants or jeans
Light gloves or mittens

May

In May, Hartford is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) and about half of the time jump into the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C).

This is also a rainy time for Hartford, with several of the days of the month having rain. In May, humidity reaches as high as 50%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Skirts
Long and short sleeve shirts
Sandals
Rain coat
Shorts or short pants
Umbrella
Sunscreen lotion
Light footwear
Dresses
Waterproof luggage

June

If you vacation in Hartford during June, you are likely to find that it is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Long and short sleeve shirts
Skirts
Sandals
Rain coat
Light footwear
Shorts or short pants
Sunscreen lotion
Waterproof footwear
Dresses
Umbrella

July

In July, Hartford is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the 80s F (high 20s C) and a bit less than half of the time jump into the low 90s F (low 30s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

This is also a rainy time for Hartford, with several of the days of the month having rain. In July, humidity reaches as high as 60%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Short sleeve shirts
Umbrella
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear
Waterproof luggage
Sunscreen lotion
Skirts
Sandals
Dresses
Shorts
Sunglasses

August

If you visit Hartford during August, you are likely to find that it is extremely warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 80s F (high 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain regularly.

What to wear/what to pack:

Dresses
Umbrella
Shorts
Sunscreen lotion
Skirts
Waterproof luggage
Sunglasses
Rain coat
Waterproof footwear
Short sleeve shirts
Sandals

September

If you vacation in Hartford during September, you are likely to find that it is a perfect temperature. Temperatures tend to hover around the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain a bit less than half of the time.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof luggage
Sandals
Sunscreen lotion
Skirts
Long and short sleeve shirts
Rain coat
Light footwear
Waterproof footwear
Shorts or short pants
Umbrella
Dresses

October

If you vacation in Hartford during October, you are likely to find that it is chilly. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C).

Humidity is generally between 50 and 60% during the day. In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain 5-10 days this month.

What to wear/what to pack:

Waterproof footwear
Pants or jeans
Light jacket or fleece
Standard footwear
Dresses
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
Socks
Long skirts
Rain coat
Waterproof luggage
Umbrella

November

If you go to Hartford in November, you will notice that it can be brisk and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about a third of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 50s F (low 10s C).

What to wear/what to pack:

Light gloves or mittens
Waterproof coat
Socks
Fleeces
Waterproof boots
Umbrella
Warm pants or jeans
Jacket or coat
Standard footwear

December

In December, Hartford can be brisk, snowy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 30s F (single digits C) and a bit less than half of the time jump into the low 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the low 20s F (single digits below 0 C).

During your visit, you can expect extremely heavy snowfall. This is also a rainy time for Hartford, with several of the days of the month having rain. In December, humidity reaches as high as 70%.

What to wear/what to pack:

Heavy socks
Waterproof boots
Gloves or mittens
Sweaters
Umbrella
Warm pants or jeans
Cold weather footwear
Waterproof coat
Heavy jacket

Year-round what to wear/what to pack for Hartford, Connecticut, United States of America

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Hartford, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

A plug adadpter that supports outlet types A and B
A SIM card that works in Hartford
If you plan to visit a church, make sure to bring appropriate clothing
Appropriate museum wear

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