How Many Inches Is Hoboken Getting, And When? Street Sweeping Suspended Friday

HOBOKEN, NJ — The National Weather Service said the snowstorm predicted to hit the Northeast overnight was likely to drop 3 to 6 inches in Hoboken from 2 a.m. to 11 a.m. Friday.

They predicted "moderate" snowfall for the Friday morning commute.

The NWS Forecast For Hoboken:

Thursday Night: Snow, mainly after 2 a.m. Low around 27. Light and variable wind becoming
north 5 to 7 m.p.h. after midnight. Chance of precipitation is 90 percent. New snow accumulation of 2 to 4 inches possible.

Friday: Snow, mainly before 11 a.m. High near 35. Wind chill values between 15 and 25. Northwest wind 9 to 16 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100 percent. New snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches possible.

Hoboken City Hall put out an advisory stating:

• "Residents are advised to avoid driving and to stay off the roads during the morning hours of Friday, Jan. 7."
• Street cleaning is suspended for Friday
• Parking meters and all other parking regulations will remain in effect to facilitate snow removal.

The Full Hoboken Advisory Message

The City of Hoboken is issuing a winter weather advisory due to predicted snow between Thursday, Jan. 6, at 10 pm and Friday, Jan. 7 at 12 pm. Snow accumulation of 3 - 5 inches, with localized higher amounts, is possible.

Limit Travel

Due to the predicted weather, residents are advised to avoid driving and to stay off the roads during the morning hours of Friday, Jan. 7.

Parking

Street cleaning regulations will be suspended on Friday.

As previously announced, Hop shuttle service is suspended this week.

Parking meters and all other parking regulations will remain in effect to facilitate snow removal.

COVID-19 Testing

As of this time, Hoboken’s COVID-19 testing centers will remain open.

Waste Collection

Waste collection will remain as regularly scheduled on Thursday, including paper/cardboard recycling.

Keep Sidewalks and Curb Ramps Clear

While the City’s Department of Environmental Services will salt and plow streets during the storm, property owners and occupants are reminded that they have six (6) hours after the completion of a storm to remove snow and ice from sidewalks adjacent to their property, along with adjoining curb ramps or curb cuts.

Residents are urged to assist elderly or disabled neighbors with clearing snow from their properties.

It is illegal to shovel snow back onto streets or onto fire hydrants.

The City performs proactive inspections and relies on citizen complaints to help identify property owners that are not meeting sidewalk safety requirements. While majority of property owners comply with the safety regulations, the City will issue fines to those who do not keep sidewalks clear.

To report an unshoveled sidewalk, please email sanitationinspectors@hobokennj.gov.

Residents should monitor local forecasts for additional advisories, watches, and warnings.

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