New Jersey – A prolonged winter storm brought widespread snowfall across New Jersey from January 23 through January 26, with top totals reaching 17 inches, according to compiled storm reports.
The highest snowfall total reported in the state was 17.0 inches in Branchville, making it the snowiest observed location in New Jersey during the multi-day event. Several additional communities across northern New Jersey reported snowfall totals exceeding 16 inches, highlighting the storm’s strongest impact zone.
Among other high-end reports, Green Pond measured 16.4 inches, while Tenafly (1 mile southeast) recorded 16.3 inches. These totals reflect significant accumulations across Sussex, Morris, and Bergen counties.
Snowfall totals decreased farther south but remained substantial across central New Jersey. Newark measured 12.1 inches, while Ringoes and Wayne (2 miles northeast) each recorded 12.0 inches. Howell reported 11.8 inches, and Hillsborough Township measured 11.5 inches.
Additional snowfall totals include 11.0 inches in Centerville (1 mile northeast), Freehold, Leonia, Upper Saddle River (1 mile northeast), and Wharton, underscoring the broad coverage of double-digit snowfall across much of the state. Newark (1 mile northwest) reported 9.0 inches, reflecting local variation even within the metro area.
Along the coast, snowfall totals dropped sharply. Atlantic City International Airport measured 6.2 inches, highlighting the storm’s inland-to-coastal gradient.
Snow accumulated steadily over multiple days rather than falling in a single intense burst, prolonging hazardous travel conditions. Major corridors including Interstates 80, 78, 287, the New Jersey Turnpike, and Garden State Parkway experienced periods of slick roads, reduced visibility, and slowed traffic, particularly during overnight and early morning hours.
Cleanup operations continued after snowfall ended as cold temperatures limited melting, allowing snowpack to persist on secondary roads, bridges, and shaded areas.
The January 23–26 storm ranks among the most significant snow events of the season for New Jersey, especially across northern portions of the state, contributing substantially to seasonal snowfall totals.
