Ice, sleet and snow could freeze the long Presidents Day weekend in the three-state territory, forecasters say – with some of the worst weather coming Sunday morning, just in time for Valentine’s Day.
There is a winter weather advisory in effect for Central and Southern New Jersey, but forecasters say the entire region is facing messy conditions as a winter system comes in from the south Saturday afternoon.
“It can bring a mix of sleet, sleet and even some snow to the area. Start late in the day tomorrow and continue our night until even Sunday morning before it ends, ”said Accuweather senior meteorologist Alan Reppert.
Not much snow will accumulate, but the messy rainfall coupled with persistent 1920s temperatures could make New Yorkers rethink a Valentine’s Day excursion, forecasters said.
It will be freezing rain and sleet [Sunday] in the morning, so that will lead to slippery travel conditions, Reppert said.
According to Accuweather’s forecast, more inclement weather is on the schedule for President Day on Monday, with sleet and sleet arriving in the city in the afternoon and linger until Tuesday morning.
Warmer temperatures and clear conditions are expected by midweek, with possibly more snow on Thursday.