Will New Jersey see any snow in March? A look at the long-term forecast

As March unfolds with warm and early spring temperatures across New Jersey, residents are advised not to jinx it and stow away their snow shovels yet.

According to the National Weather Service, the first two weeks of March are expected to maintain comparatively warmer conditions with no immediate predictions of snowfall. However, locals are reminded that March historically ranks as the third-snowiest month in the state, surpassing even December.

Recollections of the snowstorms that ravaged the region in March 2018 linger in the minds of many. During that time, significant damage and widespread power outages affected tens of thousands of residents statewide. Jefferson in Morris County broke a state record for snowfall in March, with 44.3 inches.

Bergenfield, a town accustomed to March snowfall, received a mere half-inch last March. Bob Ziff of the North Jersey Weather Observers noted that Bergenfield has recorded at least a trace of snow every March since 1983. However, 1993 stands out as the snowiest March on record for the town, with 17.1 inches. That year, Bergenfield experienced an unusual pattern with no snowfall in November, December or January, followed by 12.8 inches in February and the substantial March total.

As the month progresses, New Jersey residents should remain vigilant, understanding that the transition from winter to spring can bring unexpected weather challenges. With memories of past March snowstorms still fresh, preparation and caution are key to weathering any potential storms.