Climate

Jersey City weather by month

Average highs, lows, rain and snow for every month, from 30 years of weather records.

Average temperatures

Best time to visit: May, June, September, when highs are mild and rain is lightest.

Month	High	Low	Rain	Snow	Wet days
January	40°F	28°F	3.6 in	8.8 in	11
February	42°F	30°F	3.2 in	10.1 in	10
March	50°F	36°F	4.3 in	5.0 in	11
April	62°F	46°F	4.1 in	0.40 in	11
May	71°F	55°F	4.0 in	0.00 in	12
June	80°F	64°F	4.5 in	0.00 in	11
July	85°F	70°F	4.6 in	0.00 in	11
August	83°F	69°F	4.6 in	0.00 in	10
September	76°F	62°F	4.3 in	0.00 in	9
October	65°F	51°F	4.4 in	0.10 in	10
November	54°F	42°F	3.6 in	0.50 in	9
December	44°F	34°F	4.4 in	4.9 in	11

NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, New York Cntrl Pk Twr, Ny Us (5.7 mi away, 130 ft). Wet days: days with at least 0.01 in of precipitation.

What is the hottest month in Jersey City?

July, with an average high of 85°F and low of 70°F.

What is the coldest month in Jersey City?

January, with an average low of 28°F and high of 40°F.

When does it rain most in Jersey City?

July is the wettest month, averaging 4.6 in of precipitation; the year totals about 49.6 inches.

Does it snow in Jersey City?

Yes. Snowfall averages about 30 inches a year, mostly in February and January.

What is the best time to visit Jersey City?

For mild weather (highs between 65°F and 85°F) with the least rain, May, June, September.

Where do these numbers come from?

NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals for the New York Cntrl Pk Twr weather station, 5.7 miles from downtown: 30-year averages, not a forecast.