By: Richard L. Smith
Residents of Newark and the North Jersey region are waking up to a brisk and seasonably cold morning, with temperatures hovering near or below freezing in some areas. 
It's currently 37 degrees in downtown Newark, and if you're heading out for the morning commute or walking the dog, you'll want to bundle up.
Across the region, temperatures vary: Morristown sits at 33 degrees, Paterson at 35, Edison and Irvington at 36, while Sussex County is experiencing below-freezing conditions.
Factoring in the wind, many of these locations feel like they're in the low to mid-20s.
However, this chilly start won't last long, as plenty of sunshine is expected to warm things up throughout the day.
According to the National Weather Service:
Today: Sunny, with a high near 61. North wind 7 to 10 mph.
Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low of around 41. Calm wind.
Enjoy the sunshine and have a great day, New Jersey!