Warming Trend In Store For NJ, Aurora Sighting Possible

Summerlike temperatures are headed for New Jersey, along with a chance of spotting the northern lights if conditions line up, according to the latest forecast.

NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center has issued a G3 (strong) storm watch for Thursday, meaning there's a likelihood of seeing the northern lights around the United States-Canada border.

However, solar activity can be difficult to predict. NOAA said that there is a chance for isolated periods of G4 (severe) storms, which would make the northern lights more likely to be visible in New Jersey. You would probably need a camera to see them, though.

The most accurate forecasts come just half an hour before peak activity, which would be later Thursday night.

Additionally, warmer temperatures are in store for the next few days.

"A gradual warming trend will also take place this week with
temperatures reaching near or into the low 90s for both Friday and Saturday," National Weather Service forecasters said. "Shore areas and the southern Poconos are expected to be cooler with highs in the 80s."

Things will remain dry and tranquil, forecasters said, until Saturday night, when some showers are possible.

More precipitation is expected Sunday, the National Weather Service said.

"Depending on the timing and how the atmospheric conditions evolve, the potential for an isolated stronger to severe thunderstorm may be possible," National Weather Service forecasters said.

A few showers may linger into Monday as well.