Toms River, NJ – Residents across New Jersey will need to keep umbrellas handy through Wednesday as rounds of showers and thunderstorms continue to move across the state. The unsettled weather is expected to clear by Thursday, setting the stage for a sunny and comfortable weekend at the Jersey Shore.
Tuesday will remain cloudy with a high near 83 degrees. Showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop during the afternoon before becoming more widespread overnight, when some storms could produce heavy rainfall and gusty winds.
Storms linger through Wednesday
Rain and thunderstorms will continue into Wednesday, with scattered afternoon storms possible before a cold front pushes offshore. High temperatures will reach the mid-80s before cooler, drier air begins moving into the region Wednesday night.
Forecasters expect skies to clear overnight, with temperatures dropping into the mid-60s and humidity decreasing significantly.
Sunshine returns for the weekend
Thursday marks the beginning of a much-improved stretch of weather, featuring sunny skies and a high near 79 degrees. The pleasant conditions continue into Friday with sunshine and highs around 81.
The forecast looks especially favorable for beachgoers heading to the Jersey Shore this weekend. Saturday is expected to be mostly sunny with a high near 79 degrees, while Sunday brings mostly sunny skies and temperatures climbing into the low 80s. Overnight lows in the 60s will provide comfortable evenings for outdoor dining, boardwalk visits, and summer events.
After a stormy start to the week, New Jersey residents can expect ideal midsummer weather to close out the week, with sunshine, lower humidity, and excellent beach conditions forecast from Thursday through the weekend.
