MUNICIPALITY OF PRINCETON WINTER WEATHER UPDATE #2
❄️UPDATED WINTER STORM FORECAST & SAFETY REMINDERS
Rain is in the area now, with a transition to wintry conditions expected Sunday afternoon through Monday. Residents should prepare for heavy snowfall, reduced visibility, strong winds, and hazardous travel conditions, especially overnight.
? Forecast Overview
Sunday Afternoon: Rain transitions to a rain/snow mix, becoming all snow by late afternoon
Overnight Sunday into Monday Morning:
Heaviest snowfall, especially between midnight and 10:00 AM Monday
Visibility may drop below ½ mile
Snowfall rates may approach 1 inch per hour in heavier bands
Monday Afternoon: Snow gradually tapers off
By 5:00 PM Monday: Snow ends, with possible lingering flurries
❄️ Expected Snowfall: Approximately 7–10 inches total, some weather forecasts have shown total snow accumulations exceeding 24"
?️ Wind & Temperature Impacts
Winds 15–19 mph, with gusts 30–35 mph during peak intensity
Temperatures:
Sunday afternoon: 32–37°F
Overnight / Monday morning: 30–33°F
Wind chills: As low as 19–22°F Monday morning
? Parking Restrictions – CRITICAL REMINDER
To allow snow plows and emergency vehicles to operate safely and efficiently, vehicles may NOT be parked on roadways during the storm. Vehicles left on streets significantly delay plowing operations and create dangerous conditions.
?♂️ Sidewalk & Path Clearing Requirements
Property owners must clear sidewalks within 24 hours after snowfall ends:
Residential properties: Clear at least 4 feet
Businesses / Central Business District: Clear from building to curb
Handicap ramps: Must be fully cleared
If ice cannot be removed, treat with sand or similar material
Do not push or pile snow into the roadway when clearing driveways
? Winter Storm Safety Tips
Avoid unnecessary travel, especially overnight and Monday morning
Dress in layers and limit time outdoors
Use caution when shoveling; take breaks and know your limits
Expect reduced visibility and slippery conditions
Check on neighbors, particularly seniors and those with medical needs
Be patient as public works crews work around the clock to clear roads
⚡ Power Outage Reporting & Assistance
Residents are encouraged to report power outages and monitor restoration updates through PSE&G:
Text: OUT to 4PSEG (47734)
Online: pseg.com/myaccount
Mobile App: PSE&G App
Phone: 1-800-436-PSEG (7734)
? Outage Map:
Visit pseg.com/outagecenter for real-time outage updates, estimated restoration times, and crew locations across New Jersey.
? Heating System Repairs (PSE&G customers):
Schedule service at pseg.com/myaccount or call 1-800-350-PSEG (7734).
? For additional updates and official information, please visit the Princeton Municipal News Flash:
? http://princetonnj.gov/weather
Thank you for your cooperation and continued attention to safety. Please stay off the roads when possible, give crews room to work, and stay safe and warm, Princeton.
Instructions:
MUNICIPALITY OF PRINCETON WINTER WEATHER UPDATE #2
Address/Location
Princeton NJ Police Department
1 Valley Rd
Princeton, NJ 08542
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 609-921-2100
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP PRINCETON followed by your message, to 888777
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Moderate - Possible threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- Meteorological (inc. flood)
- Event:
- Blizzard Warning
