Cold Rain and Snow Showers to Follow Severe Weather in DE and NJ

Residents across Delaware and New Jersey are transitioning from the immediate threat of severe storms to a period of wintry conditions as an area of low pressure moves through the region.

Thursday’s weather, which saw confirmed tornadoes touch down in New Castle County, Delaware, and Burlington County, New Jersey, is now shifting into a pattern of cold rain and blustery winds, NBC10 Philadelphia reported.

The system that triggered the severe weather is currently exiting, but it leaves behind a cold, unstable atmosphere. For the remainder of this evening, the region can expect scattered showers west of Philadelphia, followed by a cold rain that will persist through the overnight hours.

The cold rain is expected to linger throughout the day on Friday. As temperatures struggle to climb, the arrival of colder air will likely introduce snow showers or flurries by Friday evening, particularly across the Pennsylvania suburbs. According to the forecast, this mix could lead to a light coating of snow, especially in the highest elevations, potentially creating difficult travel conditions from Friday night into Saturday morning.

Here are where our survey teams are headed for tomorrow to examine damage from the storms earlier this afternoon. The full results of those surveys will be issued sometime Friday afternoon or Friday evening. #NJwx #DEwx pic.twitter.com/7bWuetoXsU

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While actual temperatures will hover in the 40s, the human impact will feel significantly colder. Blustery northwest winds, with gusts reaching up to 30 mph, will make it feel as though the region is stuck in the 30s for the duration of Friday.

Saturday will offer a reprieve from the precipitation, though the day will remain mostly cloudy. The morning will be notably cold, with wind chills expected to sit in the upper 20s or low 30s. The breeze is projected to gradually diminish as the day progresses into Saturday evening, setting the stage for a quieter Sunday.

By Sunday, residents can expect brighter skies and significantly calmer winds.

State-level updates regarding road safety and emergency management are available through the official New Jersey portal at nj.gov, the primary resource for residents managing the aftermath of the recent severe weather events.

The departure of this low-pressure system marks the end of a turbulent 24-hour period for the region.