A fast-moving but potent winter storm – part of the broader Winter Storm Enzo system – swept across New Jersey on December 13-14, 2025, delivering several inches of snow statewide and marking the season's first widespread accumulating event. From late Saturday night into Sunday morning, heavy snow bands dumped 3 to 8 inches across much of the Garden State, with central and southern regions seeing the highest totals – up to 8.6 inches in Howell Township and 8.3 inches in Colts Neck. Northern areas like Cedar Grove broke daily records with 6.1 inches, while even coastal spots tallied respectable amounts before the storm tapered off by early afternoon Sunday.
The National Weather Service had escalated alerts overnight, expanding Winter Storm Warnings to seven counties including Middlesex, Monmouth, Mercer, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, and Ocean, forecasting 4-7 inches of heavy snow. Winter Weather Advisories covered the rest of the state, with totals generally 2-5 inches in the north and 3-6 inches farther south. As of Monday, December 15, 2025, the snow has ended, but dangerously cold temperatures and wind chills near zero linger, creating black ice risks on untreated surfaces.
The storm's fury peaked Sunday morning, with snowfall rates reaching 1-2 inches per hour in intense bands along the I-95 corridor. Major highways like the Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike imposed 35 mph speed restrictions as plows from the NJ Department of Transportation worked around the clock. NJ Transit reported delays and urged riders to check schedules, while Newark Liberty International Airport saw scattered flight disruptions from de-icing operations. Governor Phil Murphy cautioned drivers on extreme conditions, as scattered accidents dotted routes from Hoboken to Cape May.
In central New Jersey, towns like Edison and Old Bridge reported 5+ inches, burying vehicles and forcing continuous plowing of main arteries. Southern counties bore heavier loads – Wharton State Forest and Long Beach Island areas approaching 6-8 inches – turning rural roads into challenging drifts. Even urban hubs in Hudson and Essex counties woke to 3-4 inches, slicking sidewalks and prompting pedestrian cautions.
Ripple effects lingered into Monday: Numerous districts announced delayed openings due to refreezing and cleanup, while gusty winds caused brief power flickers affecting thousands, mainly in Mercer County. Pedestrians faced icy patches in downtown Newark and Princeton, spiking minor falls, as cities prioritized salting high-traffic zones. The storm's quick exit left a pristine blanket – a delight for snow lovers building forts in Sussex County parks – but a headache for commuters navigating residual slush.
This event followed Enzo's Midwest rampage, redeveloping off the coast to amplify Northeast impacts. Unlike slower nor'easters, this clipper system's speed meant intense but brief bursts, catching some drivers off guard on untreated secondary roads.
New Jersey's resilience shone through: Neighborhoods mobilized shovels for vulnerable residents, while truck stops along the Turnpike became havens for delayed travelers. Public works deployed hundreds of plows and salt spreaders, focusing on interstates first but warning rural lanes would take longer. "Stay home if you can – roads are improving but black ice lurks overnight," advised state officials.
As arctic air entrenches, wind chills dip to single digits tonight into Tuesday, with lows in the teens statewide – coldest of the season so far. Pack that emergency kit: Blankets, flashlight, snacks, and traction sand.
Looking ahead, the snow cover insulates against deeper freezes, but relief arrives mid-week with moderating temps into the 40s. No immediate threats for more accumulation, though forecasters monitor a potential clipper late week for light coatings in the north.
From the record-breaking flurries in the northwest to the hefty dumps down south, this storm reminded New Jerseyans: Winter 2025-26 has arrived with authority. Bundle up, lend a hand to neighbors, and savor the sparkle – while watching for ice.
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