Hello to all you lovely North Jersey residents! It’s time to dig out those snow boots and wrap up in your warmest winter attire because we’re about to be treated to our first hefty dusting of snow this season! The forecast is calling for up to 10 inches of the white stuff in some places, so be sure to stock up on hot chocolate and prepare those snow shovels.

According to the wise folk at the National Weather Service, the snow is set to make an appearance on Saturday evening and keep on falling right through Sunday. In some spots, the snow will persist throughout the entire storm, while nearer the coast, it will transform into rain around midnight on Sunday. But don’t fret, because the snow will return later in the day.

If you’re residing in a coastal town, you might only see an inch or two of snow, while inland regions could be blessed with 2 to 5 inches. However, if you’re nestled in the hills of New Jersey, get ready for a potential 6 to 10 inches of snow! And here’s the kicker – it might be heavy and wet, which could result in downed trees and power lines due to the weight of the snow, warns meteorologist Bryan Ramsey.

But hold on, there’s more to the story! Along with the snow, we should also anticipate strong winds with gusts of 35 to 40 mph along the coast. While the shoreline might not receive as much snow as the northern areas, there’s a chance of minor flooding through Sunday morning. It’s shaping up to be a true winter wonderland here in North Jersey!

If you felt let down by last winter’s lack of snow, you’re not alone. With only 3 inches statewide, it was well below what’s considered normal, marking it as the second-lowest snowfall on record. However, fear not, fellow snow enthusiasts, because it looks like this weekend’s storm is going to break that drought! We might finally get to make snow angels and build snowmen in our front yards.

To give you an insight into what’s to come, here are the predicted snowfall amounts in select New Jersey towns from Saturday afternoon to Sunday morning:
– West Milford: 7 inches
– Franklin (Sussex County): 7 inches
– Newton: 6 inches
– Hopatcong: 6 inches
– Ringwood: 6 inches
– Ramsey: 5 inches
– Dover: 4 inches
– Ridgewood: 4 inches
– Paramus: 3 inches
– Morristown: 2 inches
– Newark: 1 inch
– Hoboken: less than 1 inch

So, North Jersey, get ready to welcome the winter enchantment because it looks like we’re in for a substantial snowfall this weekend. Let’s revel in the snow-covered landscapes and make the most of this magical winter wonderland while it’s here!