New Jersey gets relief from Thursday’s humidity, with sunny weather expected Friday and Saturday before rain and thunderstorms become increasingly possible across the state Sunday.
WEBDESK – HAJIRA IRFAN – NJNEWSLINE
New Jersey residents are getting a brief break from the recent stretch of hot, humid weather, but the comfortable conditions may not last through the weekend. The latest forecast points to a mostly pleasant Friday and Saturday before a wetter and potentially stormier pattern develops Sunday.
Thursday Starts With a Few Showers
The weather shift begins Thursday as a cold front moves through the state. A few showers could develop during the early morning hours, particularly as the front passes through.
After that, conditions are expected to improve. Skies should become partly sunny for much of the day, while temperatures climb into the mid-80s.
The National Weather Service said a few showers are possible early Thursday morning, with humidity gradually decreasing during the afternoon as drier air moves from north to south.
That change could make Thursday afternoon feel noticeably more comfortable than the muggy conditions New Jersey has recently experienced.
Friday Brings More Comfortable Conditions
The improving weather is expected to continue into Friday, giving residents a chance to enjoy a relatively calm start to the weekend.
Forecast conditions are expected to remain mostly dry, with sunshine returning across much of New Jersey. Temperatures should remain in the mid-to-upper 80s in many locations.
For anyone planning outdoor activities, Friday currently looks considerably more favorable than the stormier weather expected later in the weekend.
Saturday Could Be the Best Day for Outdoor Plans
Saturday is also shaping up to be one of the weekend’s more pleasant days. Sunshine and relatively comfortable conditions are expected to dominate before the weather pattern begins changing.
With dry weather anticipated for much of the day, Saturday could provide the best opportunity for outdoor events, family activities and other weekend plans.
However, the favorable weather may be short-lived.
Sunday Could Bring Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms
The forecast becomes more unsettled Sunday as the chance of showers increases, particularly during the afternoon and evening.
Current forecasts indicate a growing chance of precipitation Sunday, with the probability increasing substantially Sunday night. Showers could become more widespread, and thunderstorms may develop as the wetter pattern moves across the region.
That means people planning outdoor activities for Sunday should be prepared for changing conditions. Thunderstorms can develop quickly, and the exact timing and intensity may become clearer as the weekend gets closer.
A Sunny Weekend With a Stormy Finish
For now, New Jersey’s weather appears to follow a clear pattern: a few early showers Thursday, improving conditions afterward, sunny weather Friday and Saturday, and a potentially stormy Sunday.
The biggest weather story will be the transition from comfortable weekend conditions to increasing rain and thunderstorm chances late Sunday. While the forecast could still change, residents should monitor updated weather information before making plans, particularly for Sunday afternoon and night.
After several days of heat and humidity, New Jersey may finally get the relief many residents have been waiting for, but the weekend could end with a reminder that summer weather can change quickly. What begins as a sunny and comfortable weekend may finish with heavy rain, thunderstorms and a much wetter Sunday night.
