Latest storm update: major winter storm set to blanket new jersey with snow, sleet and ice through monday

Latest Storm Update: Major winter storm set to blanket New Jersey with snow, sleet and ice through Monday

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January 24, 2026

TRENTON, NJ – The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a significant winter storm alert for New Jersey, forecasting widespread snow, sleet, and ice accumulation across the state from Saturday night through Monday morning. The system is expected to produce hazardous travel conditions, potential power outages, and dangerously cold temperatures through the start of the week.

According to the Weather Service, northern parts of the state, including Sussex, Morris, and Warren counties, could see between 12 and 18 inches of snow, while central New Jersey, including the I-95 corridor through Trenton, Princeton, and New Brunswick, can expect 8 to 12 inches. Southern areas near Atlantic City and Cape May may see lower totals, ranging from 4 to 6 inches, due to a transition to sleet and freezing rain.

Forecasters warn that snowfall rates could reach one to two inches per hour during the height of the storm Sunday, significantly reducing visibility and making road travel treacherous. By Sunday afternoon, a transition to a wintry mix of sleet and freezing rain is expected to move northward, with ice accumulation ranging from 0.1 to 0.25 inches across southern and central parts of the state, including the I-95 corridor.

The National Weather Service cautioned that the combination of heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain, accompanied by gusty northeast winds of 20 to 30 mph, could result in downed trees, damaged power lines, and isolated power outages. Motorists are advised to avoid unnecessary travel, as conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly late Saturday night and persist into Monday morning.

Officials urge residents to prepare for potential disruptions, ensure emergency supplies are on hand, and check on neighbors and vulnerable individuals. Public works crews across New Jersey are mobilizing for snow removal and de-icing operations as the storm moves in.

Key Points: Major winter storm set to blanket New Jersey with snow, sleet and ice through Monday – Trenton
• Northern New Jersey could receive up to 18 inches of snow, with 8 to 12 inches expected along the I-95 corridor
• Freezing rain and sleet may cause ice buildup and isolated power outages statewide
• Residents urged to stay off roads and prepare for hazardous weather through Monday morning

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