New Jersey Weather 3/7 Morning - Drizzle Dance Day

Good morning. New Jersey. I'm Aaron Jolly. In Step outside you'll feel it, that stubborn winter chill is clinging to the air like a guest who won't leave the party. But here's the twist—this might be its last stand. We're waking up to 37 degrees statewide, with overcast skies and patchy fog making the world feel a little smaller. Dense Fog Advisories are in effect for southern Delaware and parts of southern New Jersey until 10 A.M., so slow down if you're hitting the road early. Let's talk about today's story—because this isn't just another chilly March day. We're on the cusp of a dramatic warmup. Right now, it's a tale of two halves: the morning stays gray and damp, with areas of drizzle and fog lingering through midday. But by tonight? The script flips. A warm front sneaks in. And temperatures rise overnight—yes, you heard that right. North Jersey starts at 37 degrees this morning but climbs to 57 by sunrise tomorrow. Central Jersey follows suit. And even South Jersey, which begins cooler at 38 degrees, jumps to the upper 40s by morning. North Jersey tops out at 49 degrees today, but don't be fooled by the afternoon dip—tonight's low is a rising 46, hitting 57 by dawn. Rain showers arrive after 7 P.M., but they're light, with less than a tenth of an inch expected. Central Jersey mirrors the north, with highs near 50 and overnight temperatures climbing to 56 degrees. Showers move in after 10 P.M., but again, nothing heavy. South Jersey starts cooler at 46 degrees today, with patchy fog and a slight chance of rain. Tonight, winds pick up—10 to 15 miles an hour—and temps rise to the mid-40s. Rain showers are likely after midnight, but totals stay minimal. The big headline? This warmth isn't a one-day wonder. Starting Sunday. Here comes a surge of spring-like air. Highs climb into the 60s statewide by Monday. And by Tuesday, parts of Central Jersey could hit 75 degrees. That's right—75 in March. We're talking record-challenging warmth, with Newark's record high for Tuesday at 81 degrees. Will we break it? Too early to say, but we'll be flirting with the 70s inland. But—because there's always a but—Wednesday brings a reality check. A strong cold front sweeps through, dropping temperatures back to the 40s by Friday. Before that, though, expect a few rounds of rain. Wednesday and Thursday could see steady showers, with Thursday night dipping to freezing in North Jersey—yes, 32 degrees after all this warmth. Sunday brings highs in the 60s, with a chance of lingering morning showers. Winds gust to 25 miles an hour—hold onto your hats. Monday turns sunny and balmy, with highs near 70 in Central Jersey. South Jersey hits the mid-50s, but the coast stays cooler. Tuesday is the warmest day—71 in North Jersey, 75 in Central Jersey. South Jersey lags slightly but still enjoys the upper 50s. Wednesday brings rain back, with highs dropping to the upper 60s. Thursday looks soggy and cooler, with highs in the 50s. Overnight lows plummet to freezing in the north. Friday returns us to reality, with highs in the 40s and a slight chance of rain. Winter's last gasp is today. By tomorrow, it's all about spring fever—jackets optional, windows-down weather. But keep the umbrella handy midweek. And don't pack away the winter gear just yet. Thursday night's freeze is a reminder that March is still a month of mood swings. Oh. And one more thing—we're gaining daylight fast. Today's sunrise was at 6:25 A.M. and we're adding 2 minutes and 39 seconds of daylight every day. The spring equinox? Just 13 days away. See you tomorrow. See you this afternoon.