TRENTON, NEW JERSEY – A surge of dangerous heat and severe thunderstorms is forecast to hit New Jersey starting Friday, as a powerful cold front moves in from the west, according to the National Weather Service and NJ.com.
The hottest day is expected to be Friday, with temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s and heat indexes possibly reaching 105°F.
Thunderstorms Expected to Intensify Through the Weekend
After fair weather through Thursday, thunderstorm activity is expected to increase Friday afternoon and evening, with scattered storms continuing into Saturday and Sunday. Some areas may experience heavy rainfall, potentially exceeding 2 inches, especially if storms stall over one location.
The cold front, which is responsible for the weather shift, is expected to stall near the region through the weekend, creating persistent unsettled conditions.
Heat Wave Risks and Potential Advisories
The National Weather Service has warned that heat advisories or warnings could be issued for parts of New Jersey if forecasted heat index levels materialize.
AccuWeather notes that this is part of a broader pattern of repeated 90°+ days seen across the region this month — and another heat wave may be looming next week.
While some cooling is anticipated by Sunday, highs will still remain in the mid-to-upper 80s, keeping the region in an active summer heat pattern.
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