23/01/2026
❄️ BIG SNOW IS COMING—BUT THE COLD IS THE REAL STORY
Everyone is watching the maps for Sunday, and for good reason: this looks to be our **most significant snowfall in several years**. But there is a more dangerous, "hidden" side to this storm that we need to talk about: **The Long-Duration Arctic Deep Freeze.**
# # # 🌡️ The "Hidden" Story: Extreme & Lasting Cold
While the snow will grab the headlines, the extreme cold is the engine driving this event. This isn't just a quick blast; it’s a sustained arctic invasion.
* **The Pre-Game Freeze:** Temperatures tonight and tomorrow morning will plummet into the **single digits to near zero**. With a biting breeze, wind chills will drop to **-5°F to -10°F** .
* **The Snow Factor:** Because it is so cold, this will be a dry, powdery snow that accumulates rapidly.
* **The Long Tail:** This is the part people miss—the cold **doesn't leave** after the storm. We are looking at a week-long stretch where temperatures may struggle to break freezing, with many nights back in the single digits.
# # # ❄️ Sunday Snowfall: What to Expect
Current data suggests 6 to 16 inches of snow
https://www.weather.gov/media/phi/current_briefing.pdf
Please visit the NES briefing above for more information.
* **Timing:** Snow begins late Saturday night, with the heaviest rates (1-2" per hour) occurring during the day Sunday.
* **Impact:** Expect very difficult to impossible travel. Unlike some storms where roads clear quickly, the sub-freezing air means [road salt will lose its effectiveness]
# # # ⚠️ Why This Combo is Dangerous
A deep snowpack acts like a "refrigerator," locking in the cold. Combined with breezy conditions, we are looking at a [prolonged period of dangerous wind chills] through late next week.
> **Takeaway:** Prepare for the snow, but **respect the cold.** Check on your neighbors, protect your pipes tonight, and ensure your pets have a warm place to stay.
Stay tuned for more updates as the track narrows. Stay safe, Western Jersey!
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