Residents across southern and central New Jersey should prepare for a wet and foggy day. Showers are expected before noon, turning into steady rain in the afternoon. Along with the rain, patchy fog is likely before noon, with a high temperature near 53 degrees. The east wind will blow at a speed of 5 to 10 mph. The chance of precipitation is 80%, with new rainfall amounts estimated between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
Tonight, the rain will continue with a low temperature around 48 degrees. The east wind will persist at 5 to 10 mph. The likelihood of precipitation is near certain at 100%, with new rainfall amounts between 1 and 2 inches possible.
On Thursday, rain is likely before 7 AM, followed by a chance of showers. The day will remain cloudy, with a high near 54 degrees. The northeast wind at 5 to 10 mph will shift to northwest in the afternoon. The chance of precipitation is 60%, with additional rainfall amounts between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.
Travelers in the region should be cautious as widespread dense fog is possible, especially early in the morning. This fog has the potential to reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less at times, particularly along the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike.
For those traveling early, be prepared for rapidly changing visibility. It is advisable to allow extra travel time, use low beam headlights, and maintain a safe distance from the vehicle ahead.