New Jersey Weather Forecast
New Jersey weather: 55°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
New Jersey weather in June
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Climate in New Jersey month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37° | 25° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 41° | 26° | 2,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 56° | 37° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 65° | 45° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 73° | 55° | 4,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 84° | 65° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 88° | 71° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 84° | 67° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 77° | 62° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 69° | 50° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 55° | 39° | 2,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 44° | 30° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit New Jersey
Go in June, July, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 68°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How New Jersey compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against New Jersey.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia County | 28 mi | 56°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Philadelphia | 28 mi | 56°F | about the same | 43 in |
| ZIP Code 19103 | 29 mi | 56°F | about the same | 43 in |
| Philadelphia International Airport | 35 mi | 56°F | about the same | 44 in |
| Staten Island | 41 mi | 55°F | about the same | 47 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is New Jersey?
New Jersey is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 40.2206, -74.7597. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in New Jersey right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with clear. Humidity is 65% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit New Jersey?
June, July, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in New Jersey, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is New Jersey in?
New Jersey observes America/New_York (UTC-04:00). The local time is 10:52 PM.
How many people live in New Jersey?
New Jersey has a population of approximately 9.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to New Jersey?
The closest airports are Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), 35 mi away, Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), 45 mi away and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), 59 mi away.
What are the top things to do in New Jersey?
Popular options include Statue of Liberty, Statue of Liberty (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Hudson River, Empire State Building, Times Square and Central Park.
What places are in New Jersey?
New Jersey covers 1 places in this atlas, including Newark Liberty International Airport.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated October 26, 2026 at 10:52 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
