By: Richard L. Smith
Early risers in Newark and the North Jersey region were greeted with mild temperatures of 67 degrees at 4:30 a.m., though the start of the day brings some unsettled weather.
According to the National Weather Service, this morning, residents can expect scattered showers and potential thunderstorms, with a 60% chance of precipitation.
However, these stormy conditions are forecasted to clear up by late morning, around 11 or 12, making way for a mostly sunny afternoon.
NWS forecasters said the temperature would climb to a pleasant high near 85 degrees, with a southwest wind blowing at 7 to 14 mph, setting the stage for a beautiful day.
As the evening approaches, the skies will remain partly cloudy, and nighttime temperatures are expected to dip to a comfortable low of around 61 degrees.
After the morning's stormy weather, the afternoon and evening promise excellent conditions for outdoor activities and enjoying the warmth of the emerging sunshine.