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Hurricane Erin to Bring Wind, Rain, and Coastal Flooding Across New Jersey Through Friday

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August 20, 2025

Heavy rain and coastal flood threat loom for New Jersey as storms roll in

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — A stormy stretch is unfolding across New Jersey with showers, thunderstorms, and a growing risk of coastal flooding expected to intensify through Thursday and into the weekend, as weather systems funnel heavy rainfall and strong winds toward the shore.

Forecasters say today will bring scattered showers, with a stronger round of storms likely after 2 p.m. Some thunderstorms could bring heavy downpours, with gusty winds reaching up to 20 mph and new rainfall totals of up to a quarter-inch — more in localized thunderstorms.

Tonight, showers and thunderstorms will remain likely until after 2 a.m., with the potential for some storms to produce heavier rainfall. Rain totals could reach up to an inch overnight, with a low around 64 degrees and persistent northeast winds gusting to 20 mph.

Thursday brings more unsettled weather with a chance of showers continuing through the day. Rain may be heavy at times, especially during the afternoon and evening, as northeast winds strengthen to 15 mph and gusts climb as high as 35 mph. The high temperature will hover around 73.

A Coastal Flood Watch is now in effect from Thursday afternoon through late Friday night for Ocean, Atlantic, and Southeastern Burlington counties. The National Weather Service warns that up to two feet of water above ground level is possible in vulnerable coastal and bayside areas, which could flood roadways, impact structures, and cut off access in low-lying communities.

Tide gauges in Atlantic City and Barnegat Light are expected to approach moderate flood levels Thursday evening and again Friday night. Flooding during these periods could force road closures and cause damage to infrastructure near tidal waterways.

Local emergency management officials are advising residents to prepare for potential impacts and stay informed as forecasts evolve.

Key Points

  • Showers and thunderstorms likely through tonight, some with heavy rainfall
  • Thursday to bring strong wind gusts and continued risk of heavy rain
  • Coastal Flood Watch in effect through Friday night for Ocean, Atlantic, and SE Burlington counties

Storms are expected to lash New Jersey’s coast through Friday, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding threats.

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