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Weather in January in New Jersey

Planning a getaway to New Jersey this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What is the weather like in New Jersey in January?

New Jersey is a region in the United States of America. January in New Jersey generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with moderate precipitation. During January, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Vernon at 1°C to cold in Cape May at 6°C. At night it cools down to -2°C in Cape May and -8°C in Vernon. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Cape May with an average of 77 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Red Bank with 98 mm.

Average sunshine

The city Jersey City usually sees around 161 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

For a closer look at January's conditions in New Jersey, see the map below. For a more detailed look at New Jersey's yearly weather, check out our New Jersey climate page.

Where to go in New Jersey in January

Find more information for the most popular destinations in the New Jersey on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailes.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations

What is the weather like in January for the 5 most popular destinations in New Jersey?

Jersey City

In January Jersey City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -3°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Jersey City
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
8°C 
1°C 
141 hours 
128 mm 
11 days 
poor 
January January
4°C 
-3°C 
161 hours 
88 mm 
11 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
5°C 
-3°C 
162 hours 
81 mm 
10 days 
poor 
Climate in Jersey City

Seaside Heights

In January Seaside Heights generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Seaside Heights
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
9°C 
0°C 
140 hours 
140 mm 
12 days 
poor 
January January
5°C 
-4°C 
163 hours 
95 mm 
11 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
5°C 
-4°C 
169 hours 
88 mm 
11 days 
poor 
Climate in Seaside Heights

Cape May

In January Cape May generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Cape May
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
10°C 
2°C 
120 mm 
11 days 
poor 
January January
6°C 
-2°C 
77 mm 
10 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
6°C 
-2°C 
77 mm 
11 days 
poor 
Climate in Cape May

Mount Laurel

In January Mount Laurel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Mount Laurel
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
9°C 
-0°C 
140 hours 
128 mm 
12 days 
poor 
January January
5°C 
-4°C 
153 hours 
93 mm 
10 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
6°C 
-4°C 
156 hours 
74 mm 
10 days 
poor 
Climate in Mount Laurel

Newark

In January Newark generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Newark
minimum temparatureMax temperature minimum temparatureMax temp
maximum temparatureMin temperature maximum temparatureMin temp
sun hoursMonthly sun hours sun hoursSun hours
precipitationMonthly snow/rainfall precipitationSnow/rainfall
rain daysMonthly rainy days rain daysRainy days
conditionsWeather conditions conditionsWeather
<<   December December
<<  
8°C 
0°C 
141 hours 
128 mm 
11 days 
poor 
January January
4°C 
-4°C 
161 hours 
89 mm 
11 days 
poor 
February   >> February
>>  
5°C 
-4°C 
162 hours 
82 mm 
10 days 
poor 
Climate in Newark

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in New Jersey, in the United States of America.

Is January the best time to visit New Jersey?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Jersey City, January may not be the ideal time to visit New Jersey.

Generally speaking, September provides perfect weather in Jersey City. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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