Post-Christmas Storm Could Coat NJ With Snow, Ice: Early Forecast

A fast-moving clipper storm is gearing up to potentially hit New Jersey on Dec. 26, making for a white day after Christmas, according to the early forecast.

At this point in the week, it's too early to know exactly how things play out. That said, forecasters are becoming increasingly confident that measurable snow will fall Friday into Saturday, with the possibility of more storms following.

"Significant uncertainty remains regarding the extended forecast, but there is high confidence that multiple storm systems will impact the area as a very progressive pattern takes shape," National Weather Service forecasters said Tuesday.

Models show the storm taking a more southern track, which would put New Jersey in the perfect spot for snow or ice, according to AccuWeather forecasters.

"There is at least a chance of accumulating snow with the storm from later Friday to early Saturday in New York City," AccuWeather Chief On-Air Meteorologist Bernie Rayno said. "Given the current estimated track of the storm, snow may slide south of much of central and northern New England and northern New York state."

The key to snow in the area could depend on how quickly a secondary storm forms near the coast, AccuWeather forecasters said.

Patch will share updates as the forecast becomes more solid.

"Widespread precipitation is expected across our area with this system, and with the trends towards a stronger and slower retreating high, the forecast has also continued to trend colder," National Weather Service forecasters said. "It is too soon and model spread remains too high to speculate on specifics, but the odds of impactful wintry precipitation are increasing."