Snow Chances Fade as New Jersey Warmth Arrives
New Jersey’s Winter Chill Begins to Melt
The state’s harsh winter is loosening its grip as temperatures inch toward normal highs by midweek, easing the strain on residents who have weathered an intense cold spell.
Monday: Highs climbed into the upper 20s to low 30s, signaling a gradual break from the arctic high that had pushed cold air over New Jersey. Overnight lows will be in the teens, with some inland spots dipping into single digits.
Tuesday: A mix of warming and wintry showers. Afternoon temperatures will rise above freezing, nudging highs to about 30 °F in the south as a warm front moves through. A faint low‑pressure system will pass just north of New Jersey, delivering light, spotty wintry showers from afternoon into evening. The northern parts of the state face the best chance for snow, but any accumulation will stay under an inch. Brief patches of freezing rain or drizzle may accompany the snow, though overall precipitation remains minimal due to weak lift. Later that night, a cold front will sweep in, turning winds to the west‑northwest and reintroducing cooler air.
Wednesday: A brief warming with afternoon highs near 40 °F, followed by another cold front later in the day that will bring temperatures back down for the rest of the week. Winds will pick up, gusting to 20–25 mph from the west‑northwest.
Rest of the Week: The second half will stay cooler than the peak arctic outbreak yet warmer than the extreme lows previously recorded.
Sunday: A storm could bring milder temperatures and a mix of rain or wintry precipitation, though the exact track remains uncertain.
Throughout this period, significant ice covers persist in many bay waters and estuaries—especially along the Delaware River. Daily thawing from above‑freezing afternoons is interrupted by nighttime freezes, creating a cycle that could complicate travel on untreated roads.
