How Much Snow Will Basking Ridge Get This Weekend, Elsewhere?

Winter Storm Iola will blow into Basking Ridge this weekend, bringing freezing rain, ice, and yes, even some snow.

The nor’easter, which could bring nearly a half-a-foot of snow to parts of New Jersey, is slated to strike the region beginning late Friday, and last until Saturday morning.

The National Weather Service is predicting a 100 percent chance of snow tonight, a wintery mix tomorrow, with snow likely falling into Saturday night. A total accumulation of up to five inches could fall in Basking Ridge this weekend.

The National Weather Service has issued a “Winter Weather Advisory,” in effect from 9 p.m. Friday to 10 a.m. Saturday, for snow and freezing rain covering nearly all of New Jersey.

Basking Ridge will likely see one to three inches of snow tonight with lows around 30 degrees, the NWS reports.

On Saturday, ice accumulation, freezing rain, and more snow after 2 p.m. could cause treacherous conditions for drivers. There will be one to two inches of new snow on Saturday, as well as ice accumulation. Drivers are urged to proceed with caution and watch out for black ice.

Little to no snow is expected for Sunday night. There is a 50 percent chance of snow on Sunday after 5 p.m. There is also a 50 percent chance of snow on Monday, the NWS reports.

Saturday’s not a commuter day, but it could be day for travel sports, SATs, weekend work, and other important activities that require some driving. Here’s a list of resources that could prove useful for the travelers:

• Basking Ridge (Bernards Township) Police Department
• National Weather Service predictions
• 511NJ Travel Information - Traffic cameras
• Bus and Train Schedules
• Motorist Assistance in New Jersey
• NJ Turnpike and Garden State Parkway Road Conditions
• NJ TRANSIT
• PATH Alerts

Capture a great snow snapshot? Send your winter weather photos to Patch Editor, Emily Everson, at emily.everson@patch.com.

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