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Brief Cold Front Coming, Warm Weather Sticking Around In NJ, PA: Forecasters Brief Cold Front Coming, Warm Weather Sticking Around In NJ, PA: Forecasters
Brief Cold Front Coming, Warm Weather Sticking Around In NJ, PA: Forecasters A cold front will end the summer-like warmth in the Northeast — for now, forecasters say. "For the next seven to 10 days at least, warm days will outnumber chilly ones, relative to the historical average," AccuWeather Senior Meteorologist Brett Anderson said. "This means that when all the days are tallied up, temperatures will be several degrees above that historical average, which is slowly trending downward during November." The last few days have certainly felt like summer, but the weekend will be feeling more like autumn, forecasters say. Temperatures on Friday will be in the high 70s …
Latest Update: System In Tropics Could Become Next Named Storm Latest Update: System In Tropics Could Become Next Named Storm
Latest Update: System In Tropics Could Become Next Named Storm There is an increasing chance that a system now being monitored could develop into a tropical storm just as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season enters its final month. "Broad low pressure is likely to form over the Caribbean in a few days and a tropical depression could form late this week or this weekend." the National Hurricane Center said in a statement on Monday, Oct. 28.  Water temperatures remain warm in the area where development is expected, which will further boost chances of formation. "I know there will be showers and thunderstorms in this zone this week," AccuWeat…
Next Named Tropical Storm Could Form Just As Final Month Of Hurricane Season Starts Next Named Tropical Storm Could Form Just As Final Month Of Hurricane Season Starts
Next Named Tropical Storm Could Form Just As Final Month Of Hurricane Season Starts A new system that could become a named storm could form just as the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season enters its final month. Click here for a new, updated story: Chances Increase System In Tropics Could Become Tropical Storm "Forecasters are focusing on the western and central Caribbean Sea which are expected to spawn the next tropical threat," according to AccuWeather. "There is a high chance of a tropical depression or storm forming in these waters du"ring late October and early November." AccuWeather pinpoints the time frame for possible development as between Wednesday, Oct. 30, and Fr…
Oscar Heading North After Making Landfall In Cuba As Hurricane Oscar Heading North After Making Landfall In Cuba As Hurricane
Oscar Heading North After Making Landfall In Cuba As Hurricane Oscar is now moving north after making landfall in eastern Cuba as a Category 1 hurricane. It's now a tropical storm on landfall on Sunday evening, Oct. 20 in eastern Cuba, where heavy rain will continue causing life-threatening flash flooding and mudslides on Monday, Oct. 21, according to the National Hurricane Center. Oscar formed rapidly over the weekend, After being upgraded to a tropical storm Saturday morning, Oct. 19, it strengthened to hurricane status just hours later. As it tracks north, Oscar will bring gusty winds and heavy rain to the southeastern Bahamas M…
Winter 2024-25 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service Winter 2024-25 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service
Winter 2024-25 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center has just released its outlook for the winter of 2024-25. A“slowly-developing” La Niña is expected to shape weather throughout the country from December through February, NOAA says. The La Niña phenomenon occurs when water temperatures near the equator in the eastern Pacific Ocean remain below the historical average for an extended period, which can significantly influence weather patterns across North America, including the trajectory of snowstorms. “This winter, an emerging La Niña is anticipated to …
Most Snowfall Expected In These Areas This Winter: AccuWeather Releases Long-Range Outlook Most Snowfall Expected In These Areas This Winter: AccuWeather Releases Long-Range Outlook
Most Snowfall Expected In These Areas This Winter: AccuWeather Releases Long-Range Outlook AccuWeather meteorologists have just unveiled their forecast for the winter of 2024-25 and have released a map of where in the US the most snowfall is expected. In the image above, higher-than-average snowfall is predicted for those areas shown in light blue, with most areas in the Northeast are expected to receive more snow this season than last winter. Areas in the darker shade are expected to see below average snowfall in 2024-25, including in much of the Mid-Atlantic states. Click here for a new, related story: Winter 2024-25 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service …
Potential New Tropical Storm May Form In Same Area That Launched Helene, Milton Potential New Tropical Storm May Form In Same Area That Launched Helene, Milton
Potential New Tropical Storm May Form In Same Area That Launched Helene, Milton The same area that launched two major hurricanes in a two-week span could be the breeding ground for a potential new tropical system. "We expect another gyre to get going over Central America later next week," said AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva, "From this large, slowly spinning area of low pressure, a more distinct area of showers and thunderstorms may form, and from that, a tropical depression or tropical storm may evolve." The system could take two possible paths -- either northern (as Helene and Milton did) or southern. (See the first image above.) Meanwhile, â€¦
Frost Advisory Issued Across NJ, PA On Coldest Day Of Fall So Far Frost Advisory Issued Across NJ, PA On Coldest Day Of Fall So Far
Frost Advisory Issued Across NJ, PA On Coldest Day Of Fall So Far Thursday, Oct. 10 has been the chilliest day of fall so far, the National Weather Service says. That's not saying much, as temps have been in the 70s and high-60s. Thursday was 60 degrees and sunny, and it's expected to get even cooler come nightfall, with a frost advisory issued across most of New Jersey and parts of Greater Philadelphia (see below). Today will be the coldest fall day of the season (so far)! Afternoon highs will be about 5-10° below average and... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Thursday, October 10, 2024 Temps could drop to 44 o…
'Helene Unravels:' Rainy Days Ahead For Some Eastern States After Hurricane 'Helene Unravels:' Rainy Days Ahead For Some Eastern States After Hurricane
'Helene Unravels:' Rainy Days Ahead For Some Eastern States After Hurricane With rescue efforts from Hurricane Helene underway in southern states, showers are expected in northeastern states early this week, forecasters are saying. The storm made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane last Thursday and left hundreds stranded by flooding and at least 95 people dead in Virginia, Florida, South Carolina, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee, multiple news outlets report. According to AccuWeather, Helene is expected to "unravel" over some mid-Atlantic and Northeastern states, bringing localized downpours, showers, and clouds through the end of the month. "Moist air…
Say Goodbye To Sunny Skies: Tropical Storm Bringing Rain To NJ This Week Say Goodbye To Sunny Skies: Tropical Storm Bringing Rain To NJ This Week
Say Goodbye To Sunny Skies: Tropical Storm Bringing Rain To NJ This Week Monday, Sept. 16 could be the last sunny day for the rest of the week in the Northeast. A tropical rainstorm working its way through the Carolinas is expected to dampen parts of Maryland, Virginia, New Jersey, and some of Pennsylvania mid-week, forecasters say. "A subtropical storm has both tropical and non-tropical characteristics," AccuWeather says. "Often a subtropical storm has a sweep of dry air on one side, as the storm near the Carolina coast is exhibiting." AccuWeather Monday was sunny with a high of 78 and Tuesday, Sept. 17 will be cloudy with a high near 80, the National Weathe…
Cold Front Coming After Rain: Here's How Cool It Could Get In The Northeast This Weekend Cold Front Coming After Rain: Here's How Cool It Could Get In The Northeast This Weekend
Cold Front Coming After Rain: Here's How Cool It Could Get In The Northeast This Weekend Break out those jean jackets. After a day of rain, temps are expected to drop for a classic fall day in the Northeast, forecasters say. Saturday, Sept. 7 will be rainy with a high of 75 and showers on the lighter side with the exception of a few thunderstorms, according to the National Weather Service. AccuWeather says the rain will fall during the first part of the weekend. Unsettled weather today due to some showers and perhaps a few thunderstorms. Rainfall amounts expected to be on the... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Saturday, September 7, 20…
Your Labor Day Weekend Forecast: Expect Sporadic Storms Before Sunny Skies Your Labor Day Weekend Forecast: Expect Sporadic Storms Before Sunny Skies
Your Labor Day Weekend Forecast: Expect Sporadic Storms Before Sunny Skies The last few days of summer are upon us. Here's how the weather patterns will play out Labor Day Weekend in the Northeast. The National Weather Service says Saturday, Aug. 31 will be mostly cloudy with scattered showers and thunderstorms possible around 6 p.m.  "Humidity levels will build ahead of that front on Saturday and as that occurs, the risk of showers and thunderstorms will increase," AccuWeather says. For western MD, eastern WV, and NW Virginia, scattered severe thunderstorms are expected this afternoon. They could... Posted by US National Weather Service Baltimore/Washin…
Scorching Heat, Severe Storms: Your Forecast Leading Up To Labor Day In NJ, PA Scorching Heat, Severe Storms: Your Forecast Leading Up To Labor Day In NJ, PA
Scorching Heat, Severe Storms: Your Forecast Leading Up To Labor Day In NJ, PA The heat is going to ramp up before summer winds down in the Northeast. Heat advisories, warnings, and watches are in place this week across New Jersey and Pennsylvania as temperatures climb up to the high 90s, even feeling close to 100 degrees in some places, AccuWeather and the National Weather Service report. Tuesday, Aug. 27 is sunny with a high of 89 while Wednesday, Aug. 28 will be as hot as 97 degrees, the NWS said. According to AccuWeather, Real Feel temps could creep into the 90s on Tuesday, and up to 105 Wednesday. A heat advisory was in effect through 8 p.m. Wednesday for Bergen…
Thunderstorms Possible For NJ, PA This Weekend But 'Not Total Washout,' Forecasters Say Thunderstorms Possible For NJ, PA This Weekend But 'Not Total Washout,' Forecasters Say
Thunderstorms Possible For NJ, PA This Weekend But 'Not Total Washout,' Forecasters Say A slow-moving eastward storm system means a chance of rain and thunderstorms this weekend across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Accuweather says that a "total washout" is not likely in the east. This weekend turns unsettled as showers and some t-storms increase at times, especially each afternoon and evening. High... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Friday, August 16, 2024 However, "there will be enough rain and thunderstorms around to interfere with some outdoor plans, as well as slow travel and perhaps create dangerous conditions in some locations."…
Tornado Watch Shifts, Now Covers These Counties Across NJ, PA As Debby Creeps In Tornado Watch Shifts, Now Covers These Counties Across NJ, PA As Debby Creeps In
Tornado Watch Shifts, Now Covers These Counties Across NJ, PA As Debby Creeps In The National Weather Service has shifted its tornado watch across New Jersey and Pennsylvania as Hurricane Debby creeps in. In New Jersey, the tornado watch is in effect through 10 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9 and covers Bergen, Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union and Warren counties in North Jersey. In Pennsylvania, the tornado watch is issued in Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, Monroe, and Bucks counties. The tornado threat for South Jersey has diminished since the initial watch was issued early Friday morning, which has since been canceled. AccuWeather Th…
Tracking Hurricane Debby: Tornadoes Pose Main Threat As Storm Takes Inland Path Tracking Hurricane Debby: Tornadoes Pose Main Threat As Storm Takes Inland Path
Tracking Hurricane Debby: Tornadoes Pose Main Threat As Storm Takes Inland Path The forecast track has shifted for Hurricane Debby, which is set to pass through northern Maryland and Pennsylvania, and drop torrential rain on surrounding areas late this week. The AccuWeather map shows that Debby's path has taken a westward shift, and is set to work its way through northern Maryland then Eastern Pennsylvania Friday, Aug. 9 into Saturday (after moving through the Carolinas Thursday, Aug. 8). Tornadoes are the main threat and severe thunderstorms are possible, the National Weather Service said. "A more inland track of the remnants of Debby places our r…
Tracking Hurricane Debby, Severe Storms Expected To Slam Northeast This Week Tracking Hurricane Debby, Severe Storms Expected To Slam Northeast This Week
Tracking Hurricane Debby, Severe Storms Expected To Slam Northeast This Week The Northeast is in for a wild week of weather. AccuWeather forecasters say episodes of drenching rain and heavy winds are working their way across the country and are expected to arrive in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia and Maryland on Tuesday, Aug. 6. AccuWeather The above AccuWeather map shows which part of the region will be most impacted by the storms arriving Tuesday afternoon and lasting into the evening. Those include the Pennsylvania-Maryland border, South Jersey, and the Philadelphia and Baltimore areas. Tuesday will be sunny and hot with a high of 90 before storms roll in,…
Widespread Travel Disruptions Expected With Storm System Closing Out Weekend For Northeast Widespread Travel Disruptions Expected With Storm System Closing Out Weekend For Northeast
Widespread Travel Disruptions Expected With Storm System Closing Out Weekend For Northeast We've got one more day of stormy weather before another day of extreme heat. Pick your poison. A system that dropped several inches of rain on the Northeast on Saturday, Aug. 3 is expected to be followed by another round of storms on Sunday, Aug. 4, according to AccuWeather and the National Weather Service. And forecasters say widespread travel disruptions are expected. Quite a busy week is on tap for us. Another round of showers & thunderstorms will impact the area this afternoon &... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Sunday, August 4, 2024…
Days Of Intense Heat Will Break Up Stormy Nights In Northeast: Here's This Week's Forecast Days Of Intense Heat Will Break Up Stormy Nights In Northeast: Here's This Week's Forecast
Days Of Intense Heat Will Break Up Stormy Nights In Northeast: Here's This Week's Forecast A pair of rain storms with heavy downpours with days of intense heat in between are on forecasters' radars for the end of July and the beginning of August. The first round of storms is expected Tuesday evening, July 30, beginning between 8 and 9 p.m. and lasting through early Wednesday morning, July 31, the National Weather Service says. Downpours and localized flooding are both possible, the NWS said. Showers and thunderstorms with heavy downpours will bring the potential for localized flooding in two separate rounds... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holl…
Temps Climb To 100s, Risk Of Downpours Looms In Northeast: Here's The Timing Temps Climb To 100s, Risk Of Downpours Looms In Northeast: Here's The Timing
Temps Climb To 100s, Risk Of Downpours Looms In Northeast: Here's The Timing Another round of heat and storms is on deck for the Northeast, starting now, forecasters say. The beginning of the week will start out hot with a chance of storms in the late-afternoon and evening, however, the highest chance of severe weather comes mid-week, AccuWeather says. Monday, July 15 will be mostly sunny with a high between 97 and 100 from New Jersey to Washington DC, and a widespread risk of thunderstorms in the evening, mainly before 10 p.m., according to the National Weather Service and AccuWeather. AccuWeather forecast map Monday-Monday night. AccuWeather Good Monday M…
Flood Watch Issued In These NJ Counties Ahead Of Downpours Flood Watch Issued In These NJ Counties Ahead Of Downpours
Flood Watch Issued In These NJ Counties Ahead Of Downpours A flood watch has been issued by the National Weather Service across much of New Jersey ahead of drizzles expected to turn into downpours. Between 1 and 3 inches of rain is expected with both showers and thunderstorms producing heavy downpours Friday afternoon, July 12 through Saturday afternoon, July 13, the National Weather Service said. Bergen, Burlington, Camden, Essex Gloucester Hudson, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic, Union, Salem, Somerset, Sussex, and Warren, are all under a flood watch. 🌧⚠️ Not much change to the forecast with this morning's update. We …
Pavement Heave Causes Major Traffic Jam On Garden State Parkway Pavement Heave Causes Major Traffic Jam On Garden State Parkway
Pavement Heave Causes Major Traffic Jam On Garden State Parkway Morning rush hour traffic appeared to be moving smoothly on the Garden State Parkway after buckled pavement caused major delays in Toms River. A pavement heave was found on the southbound side near milepost 82.7, the parkway said on Twitter at 5:47 p.m. on Tuesday, July 2. Emergency repairs forced the right lane to close, causing significant delays during a busy Fourth of July holiday travel week. Heaves can happen when moisture underneath pavement expands during hot weather, especially when temperatures are above 90 degrees, according to AccuWeather. Posted by Scott Binkley o…
Tornados, Heat, Life-Threatening Rip Currents: No Relief Mid-Week For New Jersey, Pennsylvania Tornados, Heat, Life-Threatening Rip Currents: No Relief Mid-Week For New Jersey, Pennsylvania
Tornados, Heat, Life-Threatening Rip Currents: No Relief Mid-Week For New Jersey, Pennsylvania It's another hot one in New Jersey in Pennsylvania. And a stormy one. And a dangerous one — both on land and at sea, forecasters warn. Yeah, finding relief Wednesday, June 26 won't be easy. "If you are thinking of getting relief at the beach, there is a High Risk for life threatening rip currents at NJ beaches today (Moderate Risk at DE beaches)," the National Weather Service (NWS) said. "Be sure to only swim where there are lifeguards, and never go in water when the beach is closed." Heat indexes could reach 100 degrees in parts of NJ and PA before storms roll in, the weather map above s…
Extreme Heat, Thunderstorms Return To Northeast: Here's The Timing Extreme Heat, Thunderstorms Return To Northeast: Here's The Timing
Extreme Heat, Thunderstorms Return To Northeast: Here's The Timing The weather Monday, June 24 was nice, wasn't it? Don't get too comfortable, because the heat and the thunderstorms are both expected to return in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, the National Weather Service says. Tuesday, June 25 will be sunny with a high of 92. The evening will hit a low of 71 before the heat returns even hotter on Wednesday, June 26, the NWS said. "As has been the case with the heat wave in recent days, the biggest spike in temperature and humidity levels will be in the East, rather than the Midwest," AccuWeather says. "Temperatures will peak within a few degrees of 100 fro…
Abnormally Hot July Ahead For Northeast, Forecasters Say Abnormally Hot July Ahead For Northeast, Forecasters Say
Abnormally Hot July Ahead For Northeast, Forecasters Say Forecasters say July 2024 will be an unforgettable one — but not exactly for the right reasons. The monthly temperature outlook for July was released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center. A weather map shows next month is shaping up to be between 70 and 80 percent hotter than normal temps for the month of July both in the Northeast and the Midwest. This week could be a good indication of that, as temps have yet to spike and will challenge records, AccuWeather says. AccuWeather Friday, June 21 will be sunny with a …
Here's Timing On Thunderstorms With 60 MPH Winds, Large Hail Threatening NJ, PA Here's Timing On Thunderstorms With 60 MPH Winds, Large Hail Threatening NJ, PA
Here's Timing On Thunderstorms With 60 MPH Winds, Large Hail Threatening NJ, PA A pleasant summer day Thursday, June 13 could be followed by a stormy one on Friday, June 14, forecasters said. Showers and thunderstorms with drenching downpours, large hail, and gusty winds are threatening North Jersey and the Lehigh Valley Friday afternoon and early evening, according to the National Weather Service. After a warm and sunny Thursday, we could be looking at a rather stormy Friday. Showers and thunderstorms are expected... Posted by US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly on Thursday, June 13, 2024 Damaging wind gusts and large hail are the main threat…
First Summer Heatwave Ahead: Here's When Forecasters Say Temps Will Soar In Northeast First Summer Heatwave Ahead: Here's When Forecasters Say Temps Will Soar In Northeast
First Summer Heatwave Ahead: Here's When Forecasters Say Temps Will Soar In Northeast Enjoy that low electric bill while you can. Later this month, the air conditionings will most definitely be needed, forecasters are saying. The days leading up to the mid-June mark are expected to be sunny with low-humidity, and cooler nights, according to AccuWeather and the National Weather Service. Temps and humidity will begin to ramp up over Father's Day Weekend, with the first heat wave of the season expected next week, AccuWeather says (see weather map above). A heat wave is when temps are higher than average, with or without humidity, for at least two consecutive days, the outlet e…
Thunderstorms To Rip Through Northeast Memorial Day: Here's The Timing Thunderstorms To Rip Through Northeast Memorial Day: Here's The Timing
Thunderstorms To Rip Through Northeast Memorial Day: Here's The Timing Get those barbecues and pool trips in while you can, because Memorial Day 2024 could be a wet one. According to the National Weather Service, Sunday, May 26 will be mostly sunny and humid, with a high near 85. Temps are expected to drop into the mid-60s on Sunday night, with a chance of rain predicted overnight. "Following a relative lull in storm activity on Sunday in the region, Monday will be a different story," an AccuWeather report reads.  "The same storm system that led to the deadly storms and tornadoes in the nation's midsection on Saturday and Saturday night, and a 'high' ris…
Two Rounds Of Thunderstorms Predicted In NJ, PA: Here's Timing Two Rounds Of Thunderstorms Predicted In NJ, PA: Here's Timing
Two Rounds Of Thunderstorms Predicted In NJ, PA: Here's Timing The National Weather Service is predicting two rounds of thunderstorms in New Jersey and Pennsylvania on Thursday, May 23. The first is expected in the morning northwest of the I-95 corridor through noon, and the second in the afternoon and evening along the Jersey Shore and in South Jersey (see map above). The NWS warns that strong to severe thunderstorms could come with gusty winds. Travel delays due to flooding, downpours, and hail are expected, AccuWeather says. AccuWeather Temps will be in the mid-80s with a drop into the 60s in the evening, the NWS said. Friday will be mostly sun…