Mixed Weather Expected (May 16-20)

This week we’re looking at a high pressure—low pressure—high pressure sandwich. That means that the week should start and end dry with a weak mid-week disturbance that should bring some rain. Let’s break it down:

Monday (May 16) high temperatures should reach the mid-60s statewide. Skies should be mostly sunny. Winds should be light-to-breezy out of the W. Overnight lows should fall into the 40s for most (maybe only 50s for coastal regions).

Tuesday (May 17) high temperatures should reach the mid-60s statewide. Skies should feature anything from a mixed-bag of sun and clouds to rain showers favored moreso for the southern 2/3 of the state. Winds should be light out of the S/SW. Overnight lows should fall into the upper-40s/lower-50s.

Wednesday (May 18) high temperatures should reach the low-to-mid 60s statewide. Skies should be mostly cloudy with rain possible. Winds should be light out of the N/NE. Overnight lows should fall into the mid-to-upper 40s for most (maybe only the 50s for coastal regions).

Thursday (May 19) high temperatures should reach the upper-60s/lower-70s statewide with a pleasant feel. Skies should be mostly sunny. Winds should be very light out of the E/SE. Overnight lows should fall into the mid-to-upper 40s for most (maybe only the 50s for coastal regions).

Friday (May 20) high temperatures should reach well into the 70s statewide. Skies should be mostly sunny. Winds should be very light out of the S/SW. Overnight lows should fall into the mid-to-upper 40s for most (maybe only the 50s for coastal regions).

An early look at the weekend currently indicates a possible coastal disturbance providing more rain and easterly onshore flow. Let’s revisit this mid-week for a more detailed impact scenario. Have a great week and be safe! JC

Jonathan Carr

Jonathan Carr (JC) is the founder and sole operator of Weather NJ, New Jersey’s largest independent weather reporting agency. Since 2010, Jonathan has provided weather safety and forecasting services for New Jersey and immediate surrounding areas through the web and social media. Originally branded as Severe NJ Weather (before 2014), Weather NJ is proud to bring you accurate and responsible discussions ahead of high-stakes weather scenarios that impact the garden state. All Weather. All New Jersey.™