South Jersey Sees Massive Snow Totals From Winter Storm Hernando

Snowfall levels approach record-breaking Blizzard of '96 in some areas

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Winter Storm Hernando dumped massive amounts of snow across South Jersey, with many areas seeing 15-21 inches of accumulation. While the storm didn't quite match the record-breaking totals from the Blizzard of 1996, the snowfall levels were still highly unusual for the region.

Why it matters

The heavy snowfall from Winter Storm Hernando caused major disruptions across South Jersey, with widespread power outages, road closures, and school cancellations. The storm serves as a reminder of the region's vulnerability to severe winter weather and the need for preparedness.

The details

According to the National Weather Service, several South Jersey counties saw significant snow totals from Winter Storm Hernando. Atlantic County saw 19 inches in Mays Landing, 18.2 inches in Somers Point, and nearly 17 inches in Atlantic City. Burlington County had 20-21 inches in some areas, while Camden County saw 18 inches in Somerdale and around 17 inches in Lindenwold. Cape May County's Ocean City got 16 inches, and Bridgeton in Cumberland County had just over 16 inches.

  • Winter Storm Hernando hit South Jersey on February 24, 2026.

The players

National Weather Service

The federal agency responsible for weather forecasting and reporting official snow totals.

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The takeaway

The heavy snowfall from Winter Storm Hernando serves as a stark reminder of the region's vulnerability to severe winter weather. While the storm didn't quite match the record-breaking Blizzard of 1996, the accumulation levels were still highly unusual and caused major disruptions across South Jersey, underscoring the need for continued preparedness and resilience in the face of such extreme weather events.