This week in New Jersey, the weather will offer a mix of mild temperatures, scattered showers, and a good deal of cloud cover. Today’s partly sunny skies will bring a comfortable high of around 75°F, with a gentle east wind adding a cool breeze. As we head into tonight, clouds will increase, with lows dipping to 64°F, and a light breeze lingering.
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Tuesday brings a chance of afternoon showers, but overall, expect mostly cloudy skies with highs near 74°F. The chance of rain increases later in the evening, with showers becoming likely after midnight. Winds from the northeast will strengthen to about 10 to 15 mph, making it feel cooler, and rainfall amounts could be moderate, ranging between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
Wednesday appears to be the wettest day of the week, with showers likely throughout the day and a chance for thunderstorms by the late afternoon. Highs will hover around 75°F, with a steady east wind of 15 mph. Rainfall amounts could total between a quarter and half an inch, adding to the soggy conditions. Showers and thunderstorms may continue into Wednesday night, although rain chances lessen to 40%.
Thursday will remain cloudy with lingering showers possible, though the chance of rain tapers off by the evening. Highs will be near 76°F, and the chance of precipitation is around 30%, making for a somewhat unpredictable day.
The end of the week will see mostly cloudy conditions continuing into Friday, with temperatures steady in the mid-70s. Lows will drop to around 62°F by Friday night. The weekend looks to brighten up slightly, with partly sunny skies expected on Saturday and Sunday and highs ranging between 71°F and 72°F—cooler than earlier in the week, but still quite pleasant.
Compared to average mid-September conditions, this week’s weather is typical in terms of temperatures, though the frequent rain and persistent cloudiness are a bit more than usual. Normally, this time of year sees temperatures in the low to mid-70s with more sunshine and less frequent precipitation. So, while the temperatures will feel seasonable, it’s the overcast skies and potential rain that may define the week ahead.