As chief meteorologist, Dan Zarrow says his mission is to provide the most honest, accurate weather forecasts possible. Zarrow grew up in Jackson, where his weather obsession earned him the nickname "Weatherman Dan." He earned his atmospheric science degree from Cornell University. His career as a TV meteorologist included stops in Oklahoma, in Central New York and at News 12 New Jersey. He's also done research and programming work for the Northeast Regional Climate Center and NJ State Climate Office. He is proud to hold the American Meteorological Society's prestigious Certified Broadcast Meteorologist designation. Zarrow lives in Union County with his wife, Amy, and young sons, Jackson, Griffin, Nathan, and Tyler. Follow me on Facebook ("Meteorologist Dan Zarrow") and Twitter (@DanZarrow) for even more weather insight and information!
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NJ’s arctic chill and next 1-3″ snow day: What you need to know
Bundle up and watch your step! Wintry weather continues in New Jersey this week with frigid temperatures and another storm system moving in on Friday.
8 things to know about NJ’s snowy, rainy weekend nor’easter
The first weekend of 2024 features messy weather across New Jersey, ranging from up to 10 inches of snow to the north, to an inch of rain to the south.
Great news for NJ Turnpike and Parkway drivers in 2024
No, tolls are not going down.
New Jersey’s top 10 weather and climate stories of 2023
From heat to hurricanes, floods to fires, discover New Jersey's most impactful weather events of the year in our annual countdown.
The 7 winter weather hazards everyone in NJ needs to take seriously
Bundle up and shovels ready — the winter season can bring a variety of impactful and dangerous weather conditions to New Jersey.
Another big soaker: Timeline of NJ’s next round of heavy rain
Wednesday will be a tricky travel day across New Jersey, with fog and rain making for inclement, wet weather.
This driving maneuver is legal in 42 states, but not New Jersey
Making a right turn at a red traffic signal is legal in NJ. But have you ever heard of a Left on Red?
Christmas weekend forecast for NJ: Cold to mild, maybe a sprinkle
The weather will not get in the way of your traveling, shopping, and/or merriment throughout New Jersey this weekend.
Check out this amazing, creative Christmas gift tradition
Upgrade your family's present wrapping and giving game this holiday season with this easy, Instagram-worthy idea.
What a nasty storm: NJ’s top rainfall totals and wind gusts
Over 5 inches of rain and 50+ mph wind gusts soaked and battered New Jersey from Sunday afternoon through Monday morning.
Another nasty Sunday-Monday storm for NJ: 2-4″ rain, 50+ mph gusts
It's almost a 'deja vu' forecast to close out this weekend, as a powerful coastal storm aims to soak New Jersey once again.
This was NJ’s snowiest spot in 2023, but that’s not saying much
More than half of New Jersey saw little to no snowfall this year, after last winter was a complete dud.