of first snow of the season blanketed northern New Jersey with a white blanket Mildmarked the beginning of a new cold period in the region. This phenomenon left a small amount of accumulation, but Although there were no major inconveniences, the National Weather Service (NWS) forecast predicted that within a few days, A new wave of polar air will enter from the northwest.
According to official records from the NWS in Mt. Snow started to be observed from November 11th (Tuesday). various locations in the northern part of the state, esp. sussex county. in The highest accumulation was in Stokes State Forest with 1.4 inches. (about 3.5 centimeters), 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) in Vernon Township, and about 0.4 inches (1 centimeter) in Wantage Township.
Values were lower in the remaining regions: in sparta I recorded 0.3 inches, Highland Lake, Montague Lake, Newton Lake, Hardyston Lake, Kinnelon Lake, Hopatcong Lake, Butler Lake Only a thin layer of 0.1 to 0.2 inches was observed. It was a small event, but it was symbolic. New Jersey experienced snow for the first time so far this fall..
new jersey herald reported that The snowfall progressed rapidly Spread across the northern part of the state and parts of the metropolitan area new york A brief gust of wind covered rooftops, parks and roads for several minutes Tuesday morning.
This phenomenon occurred in the Great Lakes system.A type of precipitation known as “Lake effect” (lake effect snow)what happens when cold air passes through a mass of warm water to produce snow clouds when moving east. These clouds arrived in New Jersey in the form of small storms, leaving barely a trace of white behind.
Bob ZiffA member of the North Jersey Weather Observatory told local media. Most observers reported only light snowHowever, Measurements were high in some parts of Sussex County.
On Tuesday he also a noticeable drop in temperature, Below freezing in high areas. in high pointthe thermometer read 21°F (-6°C), vernon The temperature dropped to 24°F (-4°C). Other places include parsippany and ramsay They reported 29°F (-2°C).
According to the latest NWS report issued from Mt. Weather conditions will tend to stabilize It’s Wednesday this week, Cold weather will continue to be severe across the state.
An area of high pressure over the southeastern United States will dominate the Mid-Atlantic climate, but a weak cold front will move through overnight and no significant precipitation is expected. Afternoon temperatures will reach values of 48°F to 55°F (9°C to 13°C).However, winds will be out of the southwest at 25 mph (40 km/h). Decreased heat sensation.
meanwhile, The polar flow will continue on Thursday From the northwest. Wind gusts up to 30 mph (48 km/h) Maximum temperature is approximately 52°F (11°C)and Low temperatures could drop as low as 30°F (-1°C) again At night.
The organization pointed out that: The possibility of additional snow and drizzle cannot be ruled out in the mountainous regions of the northwest.Sussex and Warren counties in particular, although there is no associated accumulation.
he Friday, will be maintained Similar patterns, similar temperatures, partly cloudy skiesHowever, the wind decreases slightly due to the decrease in pressure gradient.
for him weekendthe prediction shows a temporary change. On Saturday, the system known as clippermay move from the west and leave light rain And in the northern highlands some drops mixed with snowflakes. However, daytime temperatures remain below freezing, with highs near 50°F (10°C).
he Sunday, I was expecting temperature risewith values that can reach 65°F (18°C) in the southern part of the state; A new cold front arrives overnight..
on mondaynorthwesterly winds returned, with gusts up to 30 mph (48 kph). Further fever reduction.