Expect partly sunny skies and a high of about 41 degrees Fahrenheit today in New Jersey. At 5 to 10 mph, with occasional gusts up to 20 mph, a mild southwest breeze will be noticeable. Cloud cover will increase as we move into tonight, and there’s a 40% chance of snow showers forming before 4 a.m., which may combine with rain later in the evening. There won’t be much snowfall—probably less than half an inch. The southwest wind will get stronger and becoming windy at 15 to 20 mph as temperatures drop to about 38 F.
There will be lingering possibilities of precipitation on Thursday morning, with snow showers likely before 8 a.m. and further flurries possible until midday. Though temperatures will remain cold with a high of about 39 F, the skies will clear as the day goes on and give way to sunlight in the afternoon. It will be a blustery day as the west wind ramps up considerably, reaching steady speeds of 20 to 30 mph and gusting as high as 50 mph.
With a low of about 26 degrees Fahrenheit, Thursday night will be largely clear but chilly. The wind, which is blowing from the west at 20 to 25 mph and can gust up to 45 mph, will continue to be strong and chill the air. Though temperatures will only reach a high of about 36 degrees Fahrenheit, Friday should be a better day with sunny skies. The winter chill will be maintained by the northwest wind, which will continue to blow at 15 to 20 mph with gusts as high as 30 mph.
Though the strong gusts and frequent snowflakes create a more dynamic and wintry feel, today’s high of 41 F is in line with typical daytime temperatures for this time of year when compared to December averages. Thursday and Friday should be noticeably cold, with temperatures a little below normal and winds making it even colder. This trend emphasizes the change toward a blustery and brisk start to December.
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