N.J. Schools Face Closures, Delays Amid Major Snow and Ice Storm Monday
New Jersey is bracing for significant disruptions as a major snow and ice storm sweeps through the state. Numerous school districts have announced closures and delayed openings for Monday, January 26, 2026. This storm is predicted to bring accumulations of 8 to 18 inches of snow, alongside a hazardous layer of ice in certain areas.
State of Emergency Declared
Governor Mikie Sherrill has declared a state of emergency for all 21 counties in New Jersey. He has advised residents to remain indoors on Sunday to avoid dangerous conditions.
Weather Forecast
Snowfall is anticipated to continue into Monday, gradually tapering off. Following the storm, residents can expect extremely cold temperatures that will hinder snow melting. Highs over the next few days are unlikely to exceed 20 degrees Fahrenheit, with overnight lows dropping into the single digits.
Risk of Extreme Cold
The National Weather Service has warned of dangerously cold wind chills, which are expected to range from -10 to 0 degrees. This raises concerns about increased risks of hypothermia and frostbite.
Impacted School Districts
A variety of school districts across the following counties have reported schedule changes:
- Atlantic County
- Bergen County
- Burlington County
- Camden County
- Cape May County
- Cumberland County
- Essex County
- Gloucester County
- Hudson County
- Hunterdon County
- Mercer County
- Middlesex County
- Monmouth County
- Morris County
- Ocean County
- Passaic County
- Salem County
- Somerset County
- Sussex County
- Union County
- Warren County
This list will be updated as more districts announce their plans.
Travel Disruptions
The storm has also severely impacted air travel, resulting in the cancellation of over 1,100 flights at Newark Airport alone, with nearly 10,000 flights grounded nationally. Residents are encouraged to stay informed about changing conditions as they navigate this winter storm.
