TRENTON, NJ – A cool, calm pattern has taken hold across the Garden State this week, bringing dry air, brisk winds, and crisp autumn nights.
Clouds will linger through Tuesday as north winds gust near 20 mph, keeping temperatures around 65 degrees across most of the state.
Skies are expected to clear overnight, dropping lows into the low 50s before sunshine returns Wednesday.
By midweek, a stretch of classic fall weather arrives, with cool mornings, sunny afternoons, and temperatures hovering near seasonal averages.
Cool nights follow bright midweek days
Wednesday brings mostly sunny skies and highs around 69 degrees, followed by a sharp nighttime drop into the low 40s. The cool air deepens Thursday as daytime highs settle near 61 degrees and overnight lows flirt with the upper 30s in inland areas.
The steady north wind will keep humidity low and skies clear, providing ideal conditions for outdoor activities but chilly evenings for those heading out early or late.
Weekend warms under gentle sun
By Friday, temperatures rebound slightly, climbing to the low 60s under full sunshine. The warming trend continues into the weekend, with highs near 69 degrees Saturday and partly sunny skies prevailing.
Saturday night remains mild, with temperatures holding in the low 50s—pleasant weather for fall events and leaf-peeping trips across the state.