A large coastal storm will develop this weekend and bring gusty downpours to Western Connecticut on Sunday and Monday. For the most part, it'll be a nuisance rain and washout outdoor plans on Sunday afternoon through Monday, but there is the potential for damage if the storm grows large enough. The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Watch for Fairfield County. Coastal Flooding is expected in usual vulnerable spots on Sunday evening and on Monday during high tide. The tide will be 1-2 feet higher than usual, and waves could approach 4 feet on the sound.

Storm Summary:

Timing: Sunday and Monday.

Rain: 1-2 inches of rain is expected. Given drought conditions, the risk for flooding from the rain will mostly be reduced to roadways.

Wind: 20-30 mph. Gusts may reach 40 mph for our coastal neighborhoods.

Coastal Flooding: The threat for coastal flooding exists because of the easterly flow of wind. High tide will be 1-2 feet higher than usual with the biggest impacts in coastal Fairfield County.

Today

Sunny and pleasant. Highs in the mid 60s.

Tomorrow

Cloudy and not as cold. A stray shower is possible. Highs near 70.

Sunday

Rain and wind. Locally heavy rain is possible in the evening. Highs in the low 60s. Winds 20-30 mph with higher gusts possible.

Monday

Rain and wind. Locally heavy rain is possible throughout the day. Highs near 60. Winds 20-30 mph. Higher wind gusts are possible.

Tuesday

Mostly cloudy and breezy. Stray showers are possible. Highs in the mid 60s. Winds 15-25 mph.

Wednesday

Mostly to partly cloudy and pleasant. Highs near 70.

Late Week

Cooler and likely dry. Highs only near 60 with lows dropping into the 40s.