What’s Brewing in New Jersey: Rain, Then a Heatwave

A Stormy Start: Rain, Wind, and Brief Thunder

The Garden State is bracing for a rollercoaster of spring weather starting Wednesday evening, as a storm system rolls in, bringing scattered showers and occasional thunder through Thursday. Forget the usual calm nights—this one comes with strong winds, especially along the southern and coastal areas, where gusts could hit 25 mph.

Rain totals won’t flood the streets, but a few thunderstorms may push past half an inch in spots. Northern and western parts of New Jersey will cash in on slightly more moisture, while the southeast stays mostly dry. Thursday lingers with cooler temps in the 60s and lingering showers, but relief arrives Friday as the storm packs up and leaves.

Weekend Warm-Up: Spring Surrenders to Summer Heat

The real drama unfolds Saturday, as temperatures climb into the mid-70s to mid-80s inland, but ocean-breeze-cooled coastal areas won’t feel the same warmth. Sunday cranks it up—expect most of the state to hit the 80s, marking a swift spring-to-summer transition.

The heat isn’t done. Next week kicks into high gear, with inland areas potentially soaring into the 90s by Monday—a full 10+ degrees above normal for mid-May. The only lingering question: How fast will it cool down?

Forecasters are still unsure if Tuesday will stay stifling or bring a hint of relief. For now, it’s shaping up as a textbook case of spring flipping to summer in the blink of an eye.