It Used to Snow a Lot in New Jersey! Check out the State’s Largest Snowfalls Ever

Back in the day, it was pretty snowy in New Jersey.

Northern New Jersey tends to receive more snow than the southern part of the state, but a perfectly placed system can whip up the coast and bury the Shore.

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The real snow in New Jersey usually starts in December and ordinarily sticks around through March.

Because this is New Jersey and anything can happen regarding the weather, we see everything from light showers to full blizzards.

While some storms can cause barely a few inches of snow, other blizzards, known as nor’easters in these parts, could reach as much as one foot deep or even more.

It doesn't take too much snow for schools, commuting, and businesses to close.

For Jersey children, snow is just the best. There are snowmen, snowforts, angels, and, of course, epic snowball fights.

Many people are surprised to learn that we actually have some decent spots to snowboard and ski when the conditions are right.

Why hasn't New Jersey seen significant snowfall in so long?

I can't remember a time that we haven't been clobbered.

Every year, we prepare our shovels, sand or salt bags, and snow blowers in advance.

Lately, it's been a bust, and for some, they are cool with that.

I enjoy one or two big snowstorms. It's not a big deal when we get blanketed.

More and more folks are working from home, and being remote is easy.

Let's recall the days when winter weather left snow on the ground for a month or more.

Do you remember these storms?