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Union City (NJ) Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Union City can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from very warm to cold. It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to chilly in Union City. Average daytime temperatures reach a very warm 30°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 4°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around -3°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Union City has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1255 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Union City experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 132 mm in June, the wettest month, and 75 mm in November, the driest month.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Union City can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 9.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 4.7 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: New York City, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: New York City, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 4°C in February to 23°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: New York City, the United States of America (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Forecast for Union City (NJ)

Sun   Dec 22
-4°C | -9°C
NW 4 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Dec 23
0°C | -9°C
SW 2 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Tue   Dec 24
5°C | -2°C
SW 3 m/s
4.9 mm
broken clouds and snow

broken clouds and snow

The best time of year to visit Union City in the United States of America

During the months of May and September you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • When is summer in Union City?
    The hottest season / summer takes place in June, July, August and September.
  • Which is the warmest month in Union City?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 30°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Union City?
    The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Union City?
    June tops the wettest month list with 132 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Union City?
    November is the driest month with 75 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Union City?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 271 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.