New Jersey Set for Wintry Mix Sunday Before Sharp Warm-Up Brings Near-70 Degree Temperatures

On Sunday, a cold Arctic front will bring snow to some parts of New Jersey and a wintry mix to others. Northwestern counties may get light snow showers, according to the National Weather Service. Those places may receive up to one inch of snowfall, although most will receive less.

The rest of New Jersey will likely see sleet and rain rather than snow. Northern and central roads might become slippery during brief snow showers or freezing precipitation. Drivers should be cautious in the morning and evening when temperatures are lower.

Southeast of Interstate 95 may see freezing fog tonight before the cold front. This may limit visibility for drivers before rain. Cold air interacting with atmospheric moisture can generate fog, according to the National Weather Service.

Sunday temperatures will be substantially below seasonal comfort. Only 30s and 40s are forecast statewide for highs. Colder air will persist during the workweek. Monday will be quieter as high pressure comes in, although many communities will still be near freezing. One of the cooler nights in recent days is expected to be in the 10s and 20s overnight.

Light rain is expected to return to New Jersey late Monday and early Tuesday. Early Tuesday, the I-95 corridor and northwest portions may see precipitation or a mix of rain and snow. This wintry combination should not remain long. Most of the state should see all-rain as midday temperatures rise into the high 30s and mid-40s.

Forecasters don’t expect much snow from this second system. Any further accumulation should be under 1 inch. Rain is expected across the region by Tuesday afternoon. Along and north of Interstate 78, half-inch to three-quarters-inch rain is expected. South of that corridor, rainfall may be lower. It should stop raining by Wednesday morning.

New Jersey’s weather will change drastically after midweek. We foresee a substantial warming trend starting Wednesday and lasting through next weekend. Upper 40s and mid-50s are expected on Wednesday. On Thursday and Friday, many regions of the state might see 50s and 60s highs.

Some communities may reach 70 degrees by Saturday. These temperatures may be 15–20 degrees above typical for this time of year, say meteorologists. The quick change from winter to spring-like temperatures in a few days shows how late-season weather patterns change in the region.

If traveling early in the week during snow or mixed weather, residents should check National Weather Service forecasts. No substantial winter storm is forecast, although temporary slippery conditions and poor visibility may affect commutes.

This approaching weather reminds us that winter can return swiftly, even as spring arrives. Next weekend, many New Jersey residents may enjoy late spring temps instead of late winter.

Sources:
National Weather Service
National Weather Service Forecast Office Mount Holly, NJ