New Jersey Braces for a Windy and Wet Night

A big storm is coming, bringing strong winds and heavy rain.

Timing and Impact

• Thursday Night: Winds pick up, gusting up to 45 mph.
• Strong enough to knock over trees and power lines.
• Power outages possible.
• Friday Morning (5 a. m. - 9 a. m.): Heaviest rain expected.
• About 1 inch of rain, but flooding risk is low.

Winds: The Biggest Threat

• Late Thursday Night: Winds blow from the south at 30-40 mph.
• After Storm Passes (Friday Morning): Winds shift, gusting up to 50 mph.
• Increased risk of fallen trees and power lines due to wet ground.

Unusual Temperature Shifts

• Overnight: Temperatures rise into the 50s and low 60s.
• Post-Storm (Friday Evening): Rapid drop to upper 30s and low 40s.
• Overnight Lows: Fall to the mid-20s.

Aftermath and Future Forecast

• Saturday: Storm clears, winds calm, dry conditions.
• Sunday: Another cold front brings more wind.
• Monday: Frigid air mass moves in.
• Highs only in the low 30s.
• Tuesday: Possible rain or snow, but not severe.
• Rest of the Week: Dry, but future forecasts uncertain.