Weather

The first weekend of fall will be an inclement one, as New Jersey braces for several rounds of heavy rain, 50+ mph wind gusts, and moderate coastal flooding.

The newly upgraded tropical storm is spinning about 400 miles south of New Jersey as of Friday afternoon, and will be a big weekend rain, wind, and wave maker.

Expect a wet, windy, cloud, cool first weekend of autumn for New Jersey, as a coastal storm system slides directly overhead.

First raindrops are still about 36 hours away, but an extended period of heavy rain, gusty winds, and rough surf looks likely for New Jersey this weekend.

Heavy rain and wind are on the table to kickoff New Jersey's first weekend of fall, as a powerful coastal storm system passes by.

As Hurricane Lee passes about 350 miles east of New Jersey Friday into Saturday, minor coastal flooding and some clouds are in the forecast too.

While the weather forecast turns comfortable and pleasant, Hurricane Lee will churn up the surf along New Jersey's coast and deliver minor weather impacts.

There is some beautiful weather in New Jersey's forecast, with one significant wrinkle later this week: Hurricane Lee.

A big transition is ahead for New Jersey, from soupy and soggy to breezy and not humid, as we continue to carefully track Hurricane Lee.

Big waves, beach erosion, storm surge, and coastal flooding are likely. Significant rain, wind, and severe weather are unlikely.