Welcome to the Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Meteorology at Western Connecticut State University. The department is unique in the Connecticut State University System in offering competitive undergraduate and graduate programs in Astronomy and Meteorology.

Meteorology Program Brochure

Physics Placement Test Schedule Information

The Weather People...our own student TV weathercasters!!

Undergraduate Degree Programs
 
Bachelor of Arts
  Earth and Planetary Science: Astronomy Option
 
Bachelor of Science
  Meteorology (Option:  Broadcast Meteorology)
Secondary Education: Earth Science
 
Minor Programs
  Astronomy
Physics
Earth Science
Meteorology
 
Program in Engineering Technology at Central Connecticut State University
  Students are advised of a special engineering technology program leading to a bachelor's degree at Central Connecticut State University. This technical specialization can be in manufacturing, industrial systems, or construction engineering technology. For further information, please contact Dr. Alice Chance, WCSU Department of Physics, Astronomy, and Meteorology, or review the program's web page.
 
 
Graduate Degree Program
 

WCSU Weather Information

Current Conditions in Danbury


Fair
Current Conditions

80.4° F
Feels like 83°

Wind: 4MPH from the ENE
Humidity: 66%
Pressure: 30.22 in.
Dew Point: 68° F


Emergency / Weather Alert Information

The Emergency / Weather Alert will be posted on the WCSU home page any time an emergency or bad weather causes a delay, cancellation or early closing of the university.

Weather Alert Example

 Visit the Emergency / Weather Alert page

Greater Danbury 5-Day Forecast

Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Mostly sunny, hot and humid.
Mostly sunny, hot and humid.
Mostly sunny, hot and humid.
Partly sunny and hot, chance for an afternoon shower or thunderstorm.
Mixed clouds and sunshine, afternoon showers and thunderstorms.
72° / 92° 72° / 92° 73° / 94° 72° / 92° 73° / 90°