Newark, New Jersey – Arctic air is expected to remain entrenched across northern New Jersey from Jan. 24 through Jan. 30, bringing an extended stretch of below-normal temperatures and reinforcing persistent winter conditions across the region.
According to the National Weather Service Climate Prediction Center, northern New Jersey falls within a 60 to 70 percent probability range for below-normal temperatures during the Jan. 24–30 period. While not as extreme as conditions farther north, confidence remains solid that cold air will dominate with limited opportunities for meaningful warming before the end of the month.
Across interior and higher-elevation areas, including Sussex, Morris, and Passaic counties, daytime highs are expected to run well below seasonal averages, with overnight lows frequently dropping into the teens. Prolonged cold will allow snow and ice to linger on secondary roads and shaded stretches along Routes 23, 46, and 80.
In more urbanized areas, including Newark, Paterson, and the Interstate 95 and Route 1 corridors, temperatures are also expected to remain below normal throughout the Jan. 24–30 window. Even brief moderation periods may struggle to push highs out of the 20s and lower 30s, increasing the risk of icy patches on bridges, overpasses, and untreated sidewalks.
The New Jersey Office of Emergency Management urges residents to take cold-weather precautions, including protecting exposed pipes, limiting prolonged outdoor exposure, and checking on elderly neighbors and pets.
The Arctic pattern shows little sign of breaking before the calendar turns, and additional cold-related advisories may be issued as confidence remains elevated in sustained below-normal temperatures across northern New Jersey through Jan. 30.
