Synopsis:
***Tornado Watch is in effect for Warren, Hunterdon & Mercer Counties until 8PM*** Some of the thunderstorms later today have the potential to produce an isolated tornado. A Watch means we “watch” the situation. A Warning means that either radar has indicated rotation in the thunderstorm or a tornado has been spotted. If a tornado warning is issued please seek shelter immediately.
A stationary front dividing the tri-state into this evening will be the focus mechanism for scattered severe thunderstorms. Severe thunderstorms have at least one of the following criteria: winds in excess of 58mph and or one inch hail. Frequent cloud to ground lightning will accompany the storms. Please keep an eye to the sky for threatening weather and take shelter immediately. In addition, torrential rain is expected with the thunderstorms. One to two inches of rain is possible. A Flash Flood Watch has been posted for parts of NJ into tonight (map above).
This front will stick around until Thursday night. Another round of showers and storms is expected later Thursday afternoon.
A cool front will move through Thursday night and bring an end to the storm threat. Friday and Saturday will be rain-free with the sun dominating. There is a chance of shower on Sunday.
Keep it here for a no nonsense, no hype forecast.
Stay tuned.
Rest of Today Into This Evening:
A mix of sun and clouds. Scattered thunderstorms will be over the area. Some of the storms maybe severe.
Tonight:
Scattered strong to severe storms early, otherwise becoming partly cloudy. Lows in lower 60s in the City, the upper 50s inland. Light and variable winds.
Thursday:
Sun and clouds. Scattered afternoon storms possible. Highs in the lower 70s.
Friday:
Mostly sunny, less humid. Highs in the upper 70s.
Saturday:
Partly sunny. Highs around 80º.
Sunday:
More clouds. A chance of showers. Highs in the mid 70s.
Monday:
Party sunny. Highs in the lower 70s.