New Jersey winter storm warnings
There are no winter storm warnings in New Jersey right now. The last one was issued on February 22, 2026.
Heavy snow, sleet or ice is expected that will make travel very dangerous or impossible.
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Active winter storm warnings in New Jersey
None right now. Other active alerts in New Jersey: 1 (see the New Jersey alerts page).
Winter Storm Warnings in New Jersey by year
New Jersey averaged 6.7 winter storm warnings per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 4 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on February 22, 2026.
Counties with the most winter storm warnings
| County | 2016โ2025 |
|---|---|
| Sussex County | 25 |
| Passaic County | 25 |
| Morris County | 23 |
| Warren County | 22 |
| Bergen County | 22 |
| Burlington County | 20 |
| Camden County | 20 |
| Gloucester County | 20 |
| Hunterdon County | 18 |
| Somerset County | 18 |
What a winter storm warning means
A winter storm warning means a significant winter storm is happening or is expected within about 36 hours. It can be issued for heavy snow, a mix of snow and sleet, or snow with freezing rain. Each local National Weather Service office sets its own criteria based on what disrupts life in that area, so a few inches can trigger a warning in the South while northern and mountain offices use much higher snowfall totals.
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What to do
- Avoid travel if you can. If you must drive, carry a winter kit with blankets, water, a shovel and a phone charger.
- Charge devices and prepare for power outages.
- Bring pets inside and protect pipes from freezing.
- Check on older neighbors and relatives.