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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Here’s when to expect New Jersey’s first frost of the season
The first ice crystals and cold temperatures of the season serve as an important milestone for the Garden State as summer turns to autumn.
Six Flags to offer 2025 ultimate passport for NJ theme park fans
It's official! Thrill seekers can upgrade a Great Adventure season pass to include 50 other theme parks and water parks in 2025. But how much will it cost?
How will Canadian wildfire smoke affect NJ? What you need to know
Choking smoke or hazy days? Large wildfires over 2,000 miles away could have have minor impacts on NJ this week, although it is NOT a repeat of last June.
Beat the heat in style: The cost of every water park cabana in NJ
While splashing, sliding, and chilling at one of New Jersey's dozen full-service water parks, is it worth the splurge to rent your own relaxing private oasis?
This might be the unluckiest bridge in New Jersey
This 116-year old bridge over the Raritan has been sabotaged by dynamite, damaged by storms, overwashed by sea water, and struck by boats multiple times.
NJ’s oldest operating roller coaster just celebrated a big birthday
Very few roller coasters operate long enough to celebrate a golden anniversary, but this classic ride has been thrilling New Jerseyans for over 50 years.
The longest, most intense heat waves ever recorded in NJ
You won't believe how many days New Jersey's longest stretch of 90+ degree temperatures lasted.
POP QUIZ: Can you guess these NJ theme parks from Google Earth images?
These prominent New Jersey amusement parks look a lot different — and smaller — on Google Earth than in real life!
AI in NJ: Can ChatGPT settle these 10 great Jersey debates?
Pork roll vs. Taylor ham, Central Jersey, highways, taxes, and Bruce Springsteen: Maybe artificial intelligence can resolve some perpetual New Jersey arguments.
NJ is getting parched: How concerned should you be about drought?
The rainfall surplus from the winter and spring is but a distant memory, as a third of New Jersey is now classified as "abnormally dry".