Rainy Easter in New Jersey: Plan for Showers and Storms

Easter weekend in New Jersey will be a mix of sunshine, rain, and record‑breaking temperatures.
Residents heading out for family gatherings should bring umbrellas—especially on Sunday.

Saturday

• Morning: Sunny in the south, partly clear in the north.
• Evening: A few brief showers could appear over the northern half.
• Temperatures:
• North: Upper 60s to lower 70s.
• South of I‑195: Upper 70s to low 80s.
• Records: Possible record highs at Newark, Trenton, and Atlantic City airports (April 4).

Sunday

• Cloud cover: Much cloudier than Saturday.
• Rain: High chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms from late morning through most of the afternoon.
• Wind: Gusts up to 30 mph accompanying heavy rainfall.
• Late night: Conditions clear as high pressure moves in.

Early Week

• Friday night: Fog returns; visibility improves by morning.
• Light showers may touch the north and west of I‑95 on Friday evening, fading after midnight.
• Late Saturday: A western front may trigger showers and occasional thunderstorms in northern New Jersey; a southward cold front could limit storm spread.
• Monday: Dry weather with northwest winds gusting 15–20 mph.
• Tuesday: Scattered light showers early in the morning.

Takeaway: Pack an umbrella, stay aware of record‑warm temperatures, and enjoy a safe Easter weekend!