Gusty winds, chilly temperatures expected across Tri-State this weekend

A cold front will move through the Tri-State Area this weekend, sending temperatures tumbling into the 40s, with some locations nearing 50 degrees. Winds will also increase, with gusts of 30 to 40 mph.

A Freeze Watch is in place for Orange, Putnam, Fairfield, Sussex, Warren, Passaic, Morris, and Hunterdon Counties from Saturday night into Sunday morning.

Lows are expected to fall into the 30s across much of the region by Sunday morning, including New York City, while northwestern areas could dip into the 20s.

The colder temperatures are expected to bring the season's first freeze to many suburban communities, likely ending the growing season in those areas. Temperatures will rebound slightly Sunday afternoon under mostly sunny skies and lighter winds.