UPDATE: Big weekend nor’easter to bring light snow, strong winds to parts of state The Jersey Shore is increasingly likely to face wind gusts up to 50 mph and coastal flooding from a powerful weekend storm that could also include snow for the parts of the state.

A monster winter storm is slamming the entire tri-state area — along with half the U.S. — dumping up to 18 inches of snow on parts of the region and unleashing absolute havoc across the country. The timing,

Forecasters are tracking a major winter storm that could bring heavy snow to NJ. This article breaks down potential snowfall totals and timing across the state.

NJ Advance Media/NJ.com will host a livestream Friday at 3 p.m. with New Jersey meteorologist Joe Martucci to break down the upcoming storm and give an update on the forecast. Martucci will answer questions live from viewers in the chat. The stream will be available on NJ.com’s YouTube channel and Facebook page.

What to Know A foot or more of snow could blanket the NYC area this weekend, as much of the U.S. is bracing for a massive winter storm. Parts of the region, like Poughkeepsie, could see 18+ inches. It appears the storm will arrive Sunday morning and will lead to hours of snowfall.