Sunny Start, Rainy Middle: New Jersey’s Mother’s Day Weather

Friday – Pleasant Start

• Sunshine & Mild Temps: Sunny skies with temperatures climbing into the 60s.
• Wind: Gentle westerly breezes keep air dry and comfortable.
• Rain: A lone afternoon shower possible, but unlikely to disrupt plans.

Saturday – Stormy Transition

• Morning: A storm system rolls in, turning the sky gray.
• Afternoon to Evening: Rain shifts from scattered to widespread; chance of thunderstorms where instability exists.
• Severe Weather: No severe storms expected, but forecasters advise caution for a few stronger bursts.
• Coastal Impact: Strong winds (~25 mph from the south) and seas rising 3–6 ft make beach outings risky.
• Evening: Rainfall tapers off, total drops between 0.25–0.5 in.

Sunday – Mother’s Day (Clear)

• Daytime: Clear skies, temperatures in the upper 70s and up to 80 °F in some spots.
• Night: A cold front arrives late, bringing showers and possible thunderstorms into Monday morning.

Monday – Cooler Start

• Wind: North winds up to 25 mph near the coast.
• Temps: Daytime temperatures remain comfortable.

Tuesday – Mostly Dry

• Conditions: Mostly dry with seasonal warmth, though forecast confidence drops as the week progresses.