New Jersey residents can expect a relatively mild start to the week before a potentially strong coastal storm brings the threat of widespread rain, gusty winds, and possibly even snow to parts of the state late Thursday into Friday.

Monday could bring a few light rain showers, although rainfall amounts are expected to remain below a quarter of an inch. No flooding concerns are anticipated. Temperatures will remain above normal, with afternoon highs generally reaching the upper 50s to low 60s.

Tuesday will be breezy, with west-southwest wind gusts reaching up to 20 mph. However, conditions are expected to remain dry, with mostly clear skies.

Wednesday looks to be the quietest day of the week as a brief area of high pressure moves through the region. High temperatures are expected to remain near the low 60s.

Attention then turns to Thursday and Friday, as forecasters monitor the potential development of a strong coastal storm and possible nor’easter.

A developing low-pressure system is expected to move northeast toward New Jersey by Thursday into Thursday night, potentially bringing widespread rainfall across the region.

Temperatures are also expected to take a significant tumble. After reaching the low 60s on Wednesday, highs could fall into the upper 40s to near 50 degrees by Friday.

As colder air moves into the region, parts of northwestern New Jersey could see a rain-and-snow mix or even some accumulating snow, particularly Thursday night into Friday.

Along the coast, forecasters are also monitoring the potential for stronger winds and tidal flooding. However, the extent of those impacts remains uncertain.

Forecast Uncertainty Remains

The National Weather Service cautions that there is still considerable uncertainty surrounding the late-week storm, including its timing, track, and potential impacts.

While the possibility of a significant coastal storm is being monitored, confidence in the specific details remains low at this time.

Residents should continue to monitor forecast updates throughout the week as meteorologists get a better understanding of the storm’s potential track and strength.

What begins as a mild and relatively quiet week could end with a much colder, wet, and potentially wintry change across parts of New Jersey.