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New Jersey residents should prepare for a cold week ahead, with freezing temperatures setting the stage and a mix of sunny days, cool nights and a chance of wintry precipitation by midweek. Today will be sunny but cool, with temperatures peaking at 39°F, accompanied by a light northwest breeze. This evening, temperatures will drop sharply to a frigid low of 19°F under mostly clear skies, with a light west wind adding to the cold.

Tuesday brings another bright, slightly warmer day with a high of 42°F, although still well below the seasonal average for early December, which typically sees highs in the mid-40s to low-50s. Clear weather will persist into the evening, with another frigid low of 20°F as calm persists.

Wednesday continues the sunny trend during the day with highs again around 42°F, but the evening marks the start of a change. Rain is likely, potentially mixed with snow showers before changing to full rain later tonight. With lows around 35°F, accumulations should be minimal and precipitation totals should remain light at less than a tenth of an inch.

On Thursday morning, there could be some lingering showers before skies clear to reveal a mostly sunny day, with temperatures climbing to a relatively high 47°F, closer to average for this time of year. the year. Windy conditions will accompany the clear weather through Thursday evening, as temperatures plunge again to 24°F.

Friday ends the week with a cool, sunny day, although temperatures will struggle to reach a high of 37°F, highlighting winter’s grip on the region. Compared to the usual norms of early December, this week is notable for colder than average maximum temperatures and freezing minimum temperatures, especially at night. Although no major storms are on the horizon, icy conditions will require extra layers and caution for those venturing outside, especially early morning and evening.