New Jersey Braces for Significant Snowfall and Frigid Temperatures

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New Jersey is preparing for a substantial winter storm set to deliver heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures across the state.

Winter Storm Warnings Issued

The National Weather Service has issued Winter Storm Warnings for southern New Jersey, with expected snow accumulations between 3 and 6 inches. The snow is anticipated to intensify through Monday morning, potentially reaching rates of up to 1 inch per hour, before tapering off later in the day. Travel conditions are expected to be hazardous, impacting both morning and evening commutes.

Forecast for Major Cities

  • Newark:
Currently 29° · Cloudy
Newark, NJ, United States
Cloudy
Cloudy with a bit of snow; a small shift in the storm track could yield higher snow totals

Today
32°
20°
Cloudy with a bit of snow; a small shift in the storm track could yield higher snow totals
Windy with times of clouds and sun

Tuesday
32°
23°
Windy with times of clouds and sun
Sunny to partly cloudy and windy

Wednesday
33°
20°
Sunny to partly cloudy and windy
Windy with times of clouds and sun

Thursday
32°
24°
Windy with times of clouds and sun
Breezy in the morning; otherwise, not as cold with times of clouds and sun

Friday
39°
25°
Breezy in the morning; otherwise, not as cold with times of clouds and sun
Cloudy; snow showers in the morning followed by a mix of snow and rain in the afternoon

Saturday
35°
27°
Cloudy; snow showers in the morning followed by a mix of snow and rain in the afternoon
Partly sunny

Sunday
40°
23°
Partly sunny
  • Atlantic City:
Severe Weather: Coastal Atlantic
Mon, Jan 6, 1:00 AM – Tue, Jan 7, 1:00 AM
Winter Storm Warning in effect until Tuesday, 1:00 AM EST. Source: U.S. National Weather Service
Currently 25° · Snow
Atlantic City, NJ, United States
Snow
Breezy and cold with snow much of the time, accumulating an additional 5-10 cm; streets and sidewalks will be snow-packed and slippery

Today
31°
21°
Breezy and cold with snow much of the time, accumulating an additional 5-10 cm; streets and sidewalks will be snow-packed and slippery
Winds gusting to 65 kph; plenty of sun with blowing and drifting snow

Tuesday
35°
23°
Winds gusting to 65 kph; plenty of sun with blowing and drifting snow
Very windy; intervals of clouds and sunshine

Wednesday
34°
19°
Very windy; intervals of clouds and sunshine
Very windy; mostly sunny

Thursday
32°
23°
Very windy; mostly sunny
Windy with increasing cloudiness

Friday
37°
27°
Windy with increasing cloudiness
Very windy in the afternoon; otherwise, cloudy with a bit of snow in the morning followed by snow and sleet in the afternoon

Saturday
33°
26°
Very windy in the afternoon; otherwise, cloudy with a bit of snow in the morning followed by snow and sleet in the afternoon
Partly sunny and windy

Sunday
37°
23°
Partly sunny and windy

Safety Precautions

Residents are advised to:

  • Avoid Non-Essential Travel: Roads may become treacherous due to snow accumulation.
  • Prepare for Cold Temperatures: Ensure adequate heating and check on vulnerable individuals.
  • Stay Informed: Monitor local weather reports for updates on the storm’s progression.

Stay safe and take necessary precautions during this winter weather event.

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