West Milford, NJ – Up to 5 inches of snow could blanket higher elevations of northern New Jersey early Tuesday, with West Milford and surrounding areas facing slippery roads before daybreak.
According to the National Weather Service, a coastal low tracking just offshore may bring the region’s first notable snowfall of the season, especially for western Passaic County and parts of Sussex County. Snow is expected to begin between midnight and 3 a.m., with accumulations peaking through the early morning hours.
Route 23 and local roads in the Highlands region may become snow-covered before sunrise, particularly in elevated areas. Travel delays are likely for commuters heading south into Morris or Essex counties.
Further south toward Newark and urban areas, only trace amounts or rain are expected. However, the steep gradient between snow and rain zones makes the exact line of accumulation difficult to pinpoint.
Residents should charge devices, monitor updates Monday night, and prepare for early-morning snow removal in affected areas. Winter Weather Advisories are possible as model confidence increases.
Five Day Forecast for West Milford, NJ:
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 43°F
- Monday: Overcast, high 41°F, snow likely overnight
- Tuesday: Snow early, tapering by afternoon, high 35°F
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, high 40°F
- Thursday: Clear and cold, high 41°F
