Press of Atlantic City Meteorologist Joe Martucci's 7-Day Forecast
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Press of Atlantic City Meteorologist Joe Martucci's 7-Day Forecast
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Ten years ago Thursday, we started our day with massive power outages, thousands of downed trees and a new word in our collective vocabulary: …
On the heels of a mostly dry, mostly comfortable, Fourth of July weekend comes a humid and potentially stormy Tuesday. In particular, we have to track a cluster of severe thunderstorms out of the Great Lakes.
The sand will sizzle on Wednesday. Offshore winds will blow in hot air, leading to 90s for the inland, and much of the shore. The humidity will be lower. Thursday and Friday will then turns stormy at times.
It'll be a hot and humid weather inland, with a heat index well into the 90s and the risk for strong storms late. After that, it'll be a return to more seasonable and slightly less humid weather for the rest of the week.
Wednesday’s daytime hours will be fairly sunny, clouds will increase overnight with a few showers. If the skies are clear enough you might see…
A stalled out cold front just to our south will bring the potential for at least one shower or storm between Thursday and Saturday. A cold front should bring more activity early next week. That being said, there will be plenty of dry time.
While there will be showers and storms to contend with over the weekend, no day will be a washouts. Onshore winds will keep the region cooler through Saturday, with spotty minor stage tidal flooding likely during the p.m. high tides.
The hottest stretch of 2022 so far is arriving with inland highs that will be in the low to mid-90s Tuesday through at least Thursday, and wit…
Drink water, even when your not thirsty. Stay in air conditioning as much as possible and avoid outdoor strenuous activities between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Our heat wave becomes official Wednesday and I see three days of triple digit heat indexes through the weekend.
The torrid stretch continues into the weekend. Friday through Sunday will all be in the 90s inland, mid-90s at that. The shore gets some sea breeze relief but it should even flirt with 90 degrees on Friday. The heat wave should snap at eight days by Tuesday.
A heat advisory is in effect for all of inland South Jersey on Saturday as temperatures in the upper 90s arrive inland. Sunday will feel even …
It's a big, cooling sigh of relief for those who don't like the heat. After eight days of highs in the 90s inland, the heat wave ends Tuesday. However, cooler air will be short lived, as 90s are back on the docket late week.
Showers and storms will fall somewhere in the region Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. However, none of these days will be a washout. Temperatures stay seasonable Wednesday, with inland 90s Thursday and Friday. A pair of dry weekend days are ahead.
A cluster of thunderstorms Monday brought wind damage, flooding and even record rainfall to parts of the area.
The eight-day heat wave that sizzled inland South Jersey recently was the longest heat wave since 2018 and the only time there have been five …
The memories, or nightmares, of the eight-day heat wave will come back Thursday as inland 90s and very muggy dew points combine for a sultry d…
The third heat wave of 2022 may already be in the works. With inland 90s Tuesday and forecast 90s possible through Friday, we could be in one. Oh, and it'll be sticky too. The shore does get sea breeze relief, with cold ocean waters returning.
Inland heat wave number three of 2022 becomes official Thursday, as highs soar into the mid-90s there. Factor in the sticky air and it'll feel over 100 degrees. Two chances for rain come Friday.
Coastal flooding will impact the Jersey Shore Saturday morning. The strongest winds and rain will be behind us. However, it'll stay gusty as it turns colder this weekend. A nor'easter then likely will hit New Jersey, with some snow, Tuesday.
An arctic cold front will bring the potential for a snow squall Sunday, along with chilly winds. A lower impact coastal storm will then impact NJ Tuesday, but snow details are lower confidence than usual just 36 hours out.
Monday will be day 716 without an inch of snow accumulating at Atlantic City International Airport, officially the longest on record.
It comes just in time, because you can expect over an inch there.
A mix of rain and snow showers will continue for much of the day Tuesday. One round of coastal flooding will impact the shore as well. After that, expect the coldest day of the winter so far.
A mix of rain and snow showers will continue for much of the day Tuesday. One round of coastal flooding will impact the shore as well. After that, expect the coldest day of the winter so far.
It sure feels like mid-January. Wind chills Wednesday will rise from near 0 to only the teens, thanks to a cold, gusty breeze. Friday will bring more snow, possibly more than Monday night.
Winter weather alerts are in effect for a snowy Friday across the Garden State.
The snow is over, but the cold remains. It actually gets colder, with wind chills staying below 20 degrees all weekend long. That will keep snow on the ground until the middle of next week.
A day's worth of accumulating snow Friday felt rare enough after last year's record snowless winter. Even more rare was the way in which it happened.
Tuesday will be the calm before four separate rainmakers Wednesday through Sunday, with a brief dry reprieve likely Saturday. Temperatures will spike to the 60s by Friday.
The National Weather Service says January is typically the month with the largest swing in temperatures. That'll come true in New Jersey this month.
Temperatures continue to rise above average, even well above average, with highs in the 60s for Thursday and Friday inland. As it warms, it rains. Let's take a look at when to expect the wet weather.
It'll feel like April the next two days. Record warm temperatures threaten to fall, while springtime showers will continue Thursday and Friday. A bigger storms looks to hit Sunday.
The GFS, American, computer model says that rain Sunday will change to accumulating snow on Monday. The European model, meanwhile, shows all rain for South Jersey. Meteorologist Joe Martucci shares his thoughts on what you can expect and why at least a few snow flakes will be likely.
Saturday will be another mild but gloomy day. That'll set up a long-lasting storm Saturday night through Monday morning. It'll be a rain maker. However, a bit of coastal flooding, wind and even snow will be around.
A soaking rain will fall Sunday morning with hit-or-miss showers for the rest of the day. 'A parting shot of precipitation Monday morning will bring snow for some. All the while, coastal flooding will be around once, if not twice.
A soaking rain will fall Saturday night to Sunday morning with hit-or-miss showers for the rest of the day. 'A parting shot of precipitation Monday morning will bring snow for some. All the while, coastal flooding will be around once, if not twice.
The bright, dry stretch continues this week, but coastal flooding will keep washing over the shore. A coastal storm is possible around Valentine's Day, but details are murky.
Coastal flooding will continue to wash over the roads each morning until Saturday, if not until Valentine's Day. Otherwise, expect dry, warming weather. A coastal storm still is possible Monday night into Tuesday next week.
Shades of spring will be with the Garden State this weekend. Temperatures will be well above average, with an hour's worth of spring showers Saturday. Then, attention goes to a Tuesday storm and its three scenarios.
Saturday and Sunday will be in the 50s, if not around 60 degrees inland Saturday. It'll be at least 90% dry. Attention then turns toward a late Monday into Tuesday storm, and if snow will fall.
Meteorologist Joe Martucci has his snow forecast map, rain forecast and timing for our Monday night to Tuesday storm.
Meteorologist Joe Martucci has his first snow forecast map, rain forecast and timing for our Monday night to Tuesday storm.
Meteorologist Joe Martucci says coastal flooding Tuesday morning will be the Jersey Shore biggest concern. Plowable snow will stay to the northern part of the state. Joe's snow map and full forecast is here.
It'll be tough traveling around the shore Tuesday morning and midday as coastal flooding grips the region. Rain will turn to snow for most of South Jersey, too.
Wednesday will be chilly, with high temperatures generally staying at or below 40 degrees. It'll be dry for the rest of the week. However, a storm may form Saturday, bringing snow and rain.
Saturday is trending toward a South Jersey snow special. A few hours of snow will bring accumulation, with lighter snow farther north. Between now and then is a quiet Thursday and a breezy Friday.
On Thursday afternoon, the National Weather Service confirmed the South Jersey snow special with a winter weather advisory that only is in effect for Ocean and Burlington counties on south. That will start Friday evening and end Saturday morning. Here are seven things to know about the forecast.
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The South Jersey snow special will wind down late Saturday morning. After that, expect a gusty day, with a snow shower possible in the afternoon. Icy areas will develop overnight with a dry rest of Presidents' Day weekend ahead.
Snow cover continues to keep South Jersey colder than average. However, I have a feeling the snow will melt for good Tuesday. That'll help bring a late-week warmup, with a rainstorm Friday.
The ups and downs of spring weather will come a little early. High temperatures in the seven-day forecast range from the wintry upper 30s to the April-like 60s. Rain will come through Friday.
Meteorologist Joe Martucci says the first long lasting stretch of spring temperatures comes next week into early March. So, that does that mean winter's over in Jersey? Joe has the answer.
A few showers will pass through New Jersey on Friday, clearing out just in time for Friday night and the weekend. Speaking of the weekend, it'll be a wintry one.
Saturday will be cold, with rain or snow possible, but we'll warm up next week. Highs will peak in the mid-60s inland Wednesday. However, there will be rain.
It'll feel like spring in more of the region Tuesday as temperatures jump another five degrees. Another jump up the thermometer Wednesday may bring record warmth. Then, a potent cold front Wednesday night threatens to bring strong winds.
We'll experience weather whiplash between Wednesday and Thursday. Inland temperatures in the 60s, even 70s will fuel an evening squall line. Damaging winds will be possible. Then, New Jersey turns chilly Thursday, all due to a potent cold front.
March came in like a lamb Friday, but the lion will arrive Saturday, with a washout for the region. Sunday will then gradually clear. Next week will be mild, turning increasingly wet.
The first of three storms will hit the Jersey Shore on Tuesday. Another storm Wednesday and then over the weekend will bring up to four inches of rain when all is said and done.
Thursday will be drier than the past two days, but drizzle and a couple of rain showers will remain. Friday will be dry. Then, expect about 10 hours of rain this weekend.
This weather pattern is unforgiving. Even though the sun will return Friday, there will be widespread coastal flooding. That will lead into a weekend that should bring some heavy rain, strong winds and more flooding.
Both the shore and inland may flood as a large storm system moves through New Jersey this weekend. Up to three rounds of coastal flooding are possible, with localized rainfall flooding Saturday. Plus, there will be gusty winds.
The soaking rain from Saturday afternoon and night is gone. The wind never left, though. In fact, it only becomes stronger Sunday and into Monday. One more round of coastal flooding will be left, too.
The very gusty winds from the past two days are over. In its place is spring fever, with temperatures well above average Tuesday through Friday. Even the shore will be mild Tuesday.
Depending on where you're reading this, the temperature for the rest of the week will either climb each day or it will cool thanks to the chilly ocean next door.
The spring fever train will roll on Thursday and all the way through Saturday. The cooling sea breeze chills the shore now but will rebound warmer Friday. Showers will pass late Friday to early Saturday.
A breezy offshore wind Friday will warm the shore back up and keep the spring vibes going inland. However, wet weather will occur late Friday. St. Patrick's Day weekend will then be mild and mostly dry.
This weekend won't be as warm as most of this past week. However, above average temperatures will make for a pleasant St. Patrick's Day weekend. Winter's revenge will begin Monday.
You could argue that the first true beach day of the year was March 15 this year. Sen. Frank S. Farley State Marina in Atlantic City felt more like May, with two warm temperature records broken.
The week has just begun but Meteorologist Joe Martucci is tracking a possible nor'easter for the upcoming March 23-24 weekend.
Astronomical spring will begin at 11:06 p.m. Tuesday. That's fitting, because for most of the day, it'll feel like winter with temperatures in the 30s and 40s. Then, we look ahead to a possible Saturday nor'easter.
Wednesday will bring afternoon showers and the potential for very gusty winds as a cold front passes. Thursday and Friday will then be chilly. For the weekend, our possible nor'easter is more likely now.
After going over the two scenarios earlier in the week, Meteorologist Joe Martucci says the nor'easter is on for the weekend. A risk for "excessive rainfall" is already in place by the National Weather Service.
Wednesday's dalliance with temperatures in the 60s was just for a day. Wintry air will return to finish the week. A high risk for the spread of wildfire will be around Thursday. Then, attention turns to our weekend nor'easter.
A red flag warning for the critical risk of the spread of wildfires, is in effect for all of South Jersey and the entire Pinelands through 7 p.m. Thursday. Joe Martucci has the outlook.
Flooding rain is very possible Saturday as a nor'easter works up the coast Saturday. Damaging winds will be possible, too. Then, coastal flooding will get the shore next week.
Be prepared for tough traveling and power outages, especially Saturday afternoon. Meteorologist Joe Martucci says record daily rainfall is likely and new March monthly records may be broken.
Be prepared for tough traveling and power outages, especially Saturday afternoon. Meteorologist Joe Martucci says record daily rainfall is likely and new March monthly records may be broken.
Saturday is the third just this March with record precipitation. Meteorologist Joe Martucci breaks down the historic day so far and explains what's next in our nor'easter.
Similar to Tuesday, where you are depends on if the weather impacts you. The bayside communities have a second day of tidal flooding. Meanwhile, inland areas will be problem free. It'll just be chilly.
The coastal flooding is over, but a rainstorm Thursday will take aim at the Jersey Shore, where more than an inch of precipitation is expected. Easter weekend will then be mostly dry.
The hits keep coming. A daily rainfall record will be possible for the fourth time this month Thursday as a coastal storm moves up the shore. Easter weekend continues to look mostly dry and mild.
Another March soaking is over. Now comes the gusty winds, which has been common after these downpours. The weekend still looks mostly dry, with just a few Saturday night showers.
It took until the end of the month, but Atlantic City joins other South Jersey weather stations in having a daily rainfall record this month.
It'll be a mostly dry and increasingly mild weekend. Outdoor Easter activities will be just fine during the day. The nice weather will be short lived, though, as four days of rain are in the forecast for next week.
Rain will soak us Tuesday, with thunderstorms possible, too. However, there will be some dry time. A coastal storm will then bring rain, wind and coastal flooding Wednesday into Thursday. All the while, temperatures will stay chilly.
If you live in a coastal flooding area, move your cars to higher ground. Keep your devices plugged in during the day so there's battery available in case of a power outage. If your basement floods from rain, move your valuables. Here's what to know about Wednesday's coastal storm.
In a March with numerous daily precipitation records and four soggy Saturdays, the final numbers show it was the wettest on record for South Jersey.
The coastal storm is over. However, widespread coastal flooding remains Thursday morning. Plus, spotty showers and cool April air will remain through Saturday. Patience will be key, as dry conditions and temperatures in the 60s arrive next week.
Our slow march toward sunny and warm weather will continue Friday. Expect a little more sunshine and a little less rain overall than Thursday. The sun will fully appear Sunday with warm temperatures Monday.
You'll be in for a cool and breezy Saturday, with an improved Sunday. The weather during Monday's solar eclipse will be clear and mild.
You'll need either a sweater or shorts depending on where you are Tuesday. Then, a long stretch of unsettled weather will begin Wednesday morning. Pockets of heavy rain and strong winds will blow. All the while, coastal flooding will continue.
After years of anticipation, the 2024 solar eclipse passed North American Monday afternoon. Meteorologist Joe Martucci recaps what happened and explains when the next solar eclipse will take place in America, as well as New Jersey.
The first of three wet days will begin Wednesday and end Friday. However, none of them will be washouts. Damaging winds and power outages will be possible late Thursday into early Friday. Coastal flooding will continue, too.
Protect your belongings against strong winds late Thursday into Friday morning. If you have a generator, keep the fuel handy. If you have moved your car due to the coastal flooding lately, do that again, too.
Warming temperatures and a diminishing breeze will be ours this weekend as a strong low-pressure system departs the Northeast. A few rain showers will fall Sunday night. Then, expect a mild week ahead.
Through April 12, Atlantic City International Airport in Egg Harbor Township has been the wettest through any year on record. Meteorologist Jo…
It won't be as warm as Monday, but it'll be a darn comfortable day Tuesday across the area. We then get cooler, and wetter, Wednesday through Friday. However, there will be dry time.
Three rounds of rain will pass through the region between now and Friday. While rain is the last thing we need after this record wet start to 2024, at least there will be dry time.
A weak coastal storm will develop Thursday off the Jersey Shore, bringing a heavy mist and showers for some. Friday will then be mostly dry. A few showers look likely Saturday.
For the first time in a while, we can say two things. First is that you can begin planting in most of South Jersey this week. The second is the upcoming stretch is pretty darn dry.
The old adage goes that you should wait until Mothers' Day to begin planting in NJ. Joe Martucci says for some parts of the state, you can begin planting now or at least very soon.
Two rounds of rain will pass Wednesday. Rain may even come with thunder or hail. A cool stretch Thursday and Friday may bring more frosts and freezes. A big warmup then comes this weekend.
New Jersey will see a smaller piece of the massive severe weather outbreak early this week in the center of the country Thursday. Between now and then, though, expect mostly dry weather, with increasing coastal flooding.
After the fog burns off, Wednesday will be a summery day. More coastal flooding will threaten Wednesday night, and then we watch for two rounds of strong to severe storms Thursday.
Damaging winds and hail will be possible Thursday night in South Jersey. Prepare during the day, when plain rain showers will fall. A fairly wet Mother's Day weekend will then unfold.
Temperatures soared to 90 degrees at Atlantic City International Airport for the first time this year. It's unusually early, Joe Martucci says.
What started Thursday will pick up Friday. That means more soaking rain with more coastal flooding than the previous couple of nights. Mother's Day weekend will be 50-50, with the dry day Saturday.
Marc Carpenter, a farmer in Burlington County, shook a large cloud of green-yellow pollen off a tree in the Pine Barrens on Wednesday. Here's the video.
In a weekend full of outdoor activities, many of them slated to be spent with Mom, planet Earth offers at least some dry weather. Chilly, onshore winds will make it feel more like Halloween, though.
Take Friday's weather, copy it and paste it into Mother's Day. Expect gloomy, wet and chilly weather, with highs staying in the 50s. Clouds clear out Sunday night but the Northern Lights will be gone from NJ.
Tuesday will be gloomy but likely dry. The gloomy weather will eventually turn to rain Tuesday night through Thursday, as a mini coastal storm moves near. The weekend looks stormy as well.
Certified Digital Meteorologist Joe Martucci explains exactly when the wettest times through Thursday will be. Read until the end to get his thoughts on a weekend storm, too.
A few more rain showers and a few more wind gusts will be around Thursday. That's due to the coastal storm system only slowly moving away. Friday will definitely be dry. The weekend is trending drier, too.
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