High Wind in Northern Fairfield, Connecticut

High Wind February 23, 2026 · Northern Fairfield, Connecticut

59 mph

Measured gust (51 kt)

What the National Weather Service wrote

A measured high wind gust of 59 mph was recorded at mesonet station XGLL - Greens Ledge Light at a elevation of 68 feet above ground level, located approximately 1 mile south of Roton Point in Rowaton.

The wider storm

The center of a major Nor'easter passed nearby to the east of southern Connecticut during the morning of February 23, 2026. The resulting strong pressure gradient brought high winds to the area during this time.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1316982. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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