By: Richard L. Smith
Residents in Newark and the North Jersey region are waking up to another cold morning on Thursday, though temperatures are expected to be slightly warmer than Wednesday's frigid lows.
While the bitter chill remains, a slight warmup is in store, offering a touch of relief from the freezing conditions.
Currently, Newark is at 19 degrees, while Sparta is at a frosty 9 degrees. Other areas, such as Paterson, at 12 degrees, Morristown, at 8 degrees, and Edison, at 11 degrees, are also enduring winter's icy grip.
The National Weather Service reports that temperatures will rise to the upper 20s and lower 30s today, with slightly weaker breezes than Wednesday.
However, residents are still advised to bundle up as wind chill values will make it feel colder than the thermometer reads.
Forecast for Today:
- Mostly sunny, with a high near 31. Wind chill values between 10 and 20. Calm winds becoming southwest at 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon.
Tonight's Outlook:
- Mostly clear, with a low around 17.
Though the slight temperature increase will make the day feel more tolerable, layers and warm clothing remain essential for anyone venturing outside. Stay warm and have a great day, New Jersey!