New Jersey snow forecast: a light dusting to 1 inch possible on New Year's

New Jersey may see a light dusting to about 1 inch of snow on New Year's, with the best chances in northwest counties. Temperatures will be chilly, with lows in the 20s tonight.

A cold New Year's Eve in New Jersey is expected to bring light snow showers and chilly temperatures. The National Weather Service reported most areas will see at most a dusting of snow, with northwest counties having the best chance of up to 1 inch. Any additional snow is expected to taper off shortly after sunrise on New Year's Day as a cold front moves through. Overnight lows will drop into the 20s across much of the state. What was reported: - Scattered light snow fell before dawn with no accumulations expected, the National Weather Service said. - Forecasts call for a dusting to 1 inch of snow, with the highest chance in northwestern counties. - Snow showers are expected to move southeast tonight and should taper after sunrise on New Year's Day as a cold front passes. - New Year's Eve lows are expected in the 20s; New Year's Day gusts could reach 20 to 30 mph and daytime highs will be near or below freezing. - A system approaching Monday into Tuesday may bring light snow or a rain-snow mix, though amounts currently appear light. Summary: Light snow is likely to leave little accumulation for most locations, with up to an inch possible in northwest areas. Temperatures will remain cold with gusty winds on New Year's Day, and a light system early next week could bring additional light precipitation.