New Jersey Weather Forecast
New Jersey weather: 69°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in New Jersey?
No - rain is unlikely in New Jersey today.
A 19% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,6 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Thu and Fri.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,6 in against a typical 0,8 in).
16-day forecast for New Jersey
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Aug 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 78° / 67° | 19% | 7 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌧️ Rain | 82° / 67° | 34% · 0,3 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☁️ Overcast | 80° / 61° | 1% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 81° / 65° | 0% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 85° / 62° | 5% | 7 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | ☁️ Overcast | 89° / 67° | 42% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 88° / 69° | 42% · 0,3 in | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 90° / 71° | 17% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 77° / 65° | 22% | 9 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 79° / 63° | 21% | 5 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 83° / 64° | 19% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 86° / 66° | 20% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 75° / 58° | 16% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 73° / 57° | 19% | 11 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 73° / 56° | 30% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 76° / 56° | 29% | 8 mph | 6 |
What this means for New Jersey
Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 78°F is 5.9°F below the 84°F typical for this month.
A 19% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 80°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 69°F (21°C) with clear. Humidity is 89% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit New Jersey?
June, July, August 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 1:35 AM.
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 August 23, 2026 at 1:35 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
