Short answer: In New Jersey, the first snow often occurs between late October and December, but exact timing varies by year and location. For the 2025-2026 season, forecasts from multiple sources suggest potential early snow in parts of NJ around Veterans Day (early November) with more widespread activity later in December and January, though confidence is moderate and events can shift with the weather pattern. For the most accurate, site-specific timing, check updated local forecasts as the season approaches. Details and context

• Seasonal timing patterns: NJ typically sees its first measurable snow anywhere from November to December, with northern counties more likely to see snow earlier than southern areas. This variability means that even if a forecast points to an early snow event, it may not occur in all counties or at the same time.

• early-season signals: long-range outlooks often flag cold air outbreaks and possible early snowfall in the Northeast, but these are probabilistic and subject to change as autumn weather evolves.

• practical planning: use daily forecasts from a trusted local source (NOAA/NWS, local TV weather, or Rutgers-based climatology for New Jersey) as you approach the season, since snow timing can hinge on short-term fronts and moisture availability.

If you’d like, I can monitor latest updates and summarize the first real snow events for your specific New Jersey town or ZIP code as they happen.