NJ July 4 Weekend Forecast: Dangerous Heat Near 105°, Thunderstorms Could Disrupt Holiday Plans
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July 1, 2026NJ July 4 Weekend Forecast: Dangerous Heat Near 105°, Thunderstorms Could Disrupt Holiday Plans
NJ July 4 Weekend Forecast: Dangerous Heat Near 105°, Thunderstorms Could Disrupt Holiday Plans
Over the Fourth of July holiday weekend, New Jersey faces a hazardous mix of extremely high temperatures—up to 100 degrees—and the possibility of severe thunderstorms.For the majority of the state, an extreme heat warning goes into place at noon today. Temperatures are predicted to reach the mid- to upper-90s, which will initiate a protracted heat wave.
According to the National Weather Service, "heat index readings are anticipated to reach between 100-110 degrees Wednesday through Saturday." "Today's afternoon and evening hours are the most likely to see some thunderstorms, followed by Friday through Tuesday."
Any storms that form could result in destructive wind gusts.
Today, rip currents are a major threat to Jersey Shore beaches in Atlantic and Cape May counties. Monmouth and Ocean counties have a moderate level of risk.Thursday is predicted to be considerably hotter, with highs in the upper 90s to around 100 degrees. Additionally, much of the state is expected to have temperatures between 100 and 105 degrees on Friday, which is predicted to be the hottest day.
"Little to no relief will be provided by overnight low temperatures that only drop into the mid-70s to low-80s," the weather agency stated.
In certain places, all-time high temperature records may be contested on Thursday and Friday. The current records are 108 degrees at the airport in Newark and 106 degrees at the airports in Atlantic City and Trenton.
On Saturday, the temperature will start to drop a little, but highs will still be in the mid-90s to close to 100 degrees.
Beginning on Friday and lasting through the holiday weekend, more widespread afternoon and evening thunderstorms could occur.
On Saturday and Sunday, there is a 30% to 60% probability of thunderstorms.
Any storms that develop over the weekend could be strong to severe, according to the National Weather Service.
