Summer-like weather continues in New Jersey

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News 12 Storm Watch Team Meteorologist Dave Curren says to expect sunny and pleasant conditions throughout the weekend. NOW: Conditions continue to be very summer-like, with sunny skies and above-normal temperatures and a clear and warm overnight into Saturday. NEW: Twelve of the last 13 days have been rain free. We will likely be 16 of the last 17 before the mention of the "possibility" of showers returns to the forecast Wednesday. NEXT: Temperatures into the weekend will be in the low to mid 80s. Fair weather is anchored over the region and is going to be very stubborn to dislodge. The result? Sunshine and rain-free conditions. If there is a chance for rain, it would be Wednesday into Thursday. The remains of Hurricane Francine eventually unravel and spiral possibly through the area. Forecasting fingers crossed this happens. If not, the dry weather will continue and the growing drought situation will worsen. "