A wave of unsettled weather is heading straight for New Jersey, and residents across the state need to know what to expect before it arrives.
A warm front pushing in from the west will trigger multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms across the Garden State beginning as early as Thursday evening — and the wet pattern won’t clear out until Sunday.
Here’s the timeline you need to know:
Thursday will start deceptively calm. Expect mostly sunny skies and warm temperatures climbing into the upper 70s to lower 80s. But don’t be fooled — conditions will change fast.
The first round of rain is expected to move into areas north and west of the I-95 corridor Thursday evening. By Thursday night, showers and embedded thunderstorms will become more widespread, extending into Friday morning. Humidity will spike noticeably overnight, making conditions feel increasingly uncomfortable.
Friday brings another wave. A weak cold front dragging through the region will keep showers and thunderstorm chances alive — especially across northern and central New Jersey. Temperatures will hold near seasonal norms, but the muggy air will make it feel heavier.
Saturday won’t offer much relief either. As that cold front finishes its trek through the region, southern New Jersey will bear the brunt of the final round of storms.
Forecasters say no severe weather or flash flooding is currently anticipated — but conditions can change, and residents should stay weather-aware through the weekend.
The good news: Sunday looks dry. As high pressure builds southward from Canada, skies will gradually clear and drier conditions will return.
At the Jersey Shore, beachgoers should use caution Wednesday and Thursday, as a low rip current risk remains in effect with breaking waves reaching 1 to 2 feet.
Looking ahead, summer-like heat could return as early as next week — though forecasters note significant uncertainty around just how hot midweek temperatures may get.
Stay alert, check conditions before heading out, and have a plan ready if storms intensify.
