Atlantic City, New Jersey – A late-January arctic cold front is expected to bring a prolonged stretch of colder-than-normal temperatures across New Jersey, with the best chance for snow and mixed precipitation setting up across southern portions of the state as January ends and early February begins.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, the Jan 24–Feb 6 period favors below-normal temperatures statewide, with precipitation chances increasing closer to the Mid-Atlantic storm track. That places southern New Jersey in a more favorable zone for winter weather compared to the drier northern half of the state.
South Jersey, including Atlantic City, Cape May, Millville, and Vineland, could see one or more opportunities for snow or wintry mix as weak systems interact with the advancing arctic air. While exact timing and amounts remain uncertain, officials note that even minor systems could create slick travel conditions on Route 40, Route 55, and coastal roadways during colder overnight periods.
Central and northern New Jersey, including Trenton, New Brunswick, and areas north toward the New York City metro, are expected to remain colder but generally drier, with limited snowfall chances compared to the southern counties.
Statewide impacts will focus on cold-related concerns, including icy spots during morning commutes, increased heating demand, and the risk of frozen pipes. Residents in southern New Jersey are encouraged to monitor updates closely as storm chances may increase toward the end of the month.
Colder-than-normal conditions are expected to persist into early February, and additional advisories or alerts may be issued as the pattern becomes clearer.
