Newark, NJ Weather

New Jersey, United States 🇺🇸 · Local time 14:00
81°
Partly Cloudy Feels like 82° · High 88° / Low 62°
Wind
4 mph
Humidity
47%
8 High
Updated 2 hours ago

Newark hourly forecast: next 24 hours

Today's high of 88°F (31°C) is about 5°F (3°C) above the typical August high of 83°F (29°C).

Now
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7 PM
7:39 PM
Sunset
8 PM
9 PM
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12 AM
1 AM
2 AM
16%
3 AM
4 AM
18%
5 AM
19%
6 AM
40%
6:18 AM
Sunrise
7 AM
26%
8 AM
37%
9 AM
25%
10 AM
26%
11 AM
17%
12 PM
17%
1 PM

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Current conditions in detail

Feels like
82°
Wind
4 mph
WNW · gusts 7 mph
Humidity
47%
Pressure
30.05 in
Visibility
6 mi
Precipitation
0.0 in
8% chance today

Newark weather tomorrow (Thursday, August 27)

Tomorrow in Newark looks patchy rain nearby, with a high of 88° and an overnight low of 68°. There is a 80% chance of rain - plan accordingly. Winds top out near 16 mph, and the UV index reaches 7 (high).

High / Low
88° / 68°
Precipitation
80%
Sunrise / sunset
06:18 AM / 07:37 PM

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Newark 14-day forecast

Today
Sunny
High 88° Low 62°
Chance of precipitation: 8%
Thu, Aug 27 Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
High 88° Low 68°
Chance of precipitation: 80%
Fri, Aug 28 Friday
Overcast
High 87° Low 69°
Chance of precipitation: 71%
Sat, Aug 29 Saturday
Overcast
High 83° Low 67°
Chance of precipitation: 11%
Sun, Aug 30 Sunday
Smoky haze
High 86° Low 64°
Chance of precipitation: 36%
Mon, Aug 31 Monday
Overcast
High 81° Low 72°
Chance of precipitation: 18%
Tue, Sep 1 Tuesday
Sunny
High 93° Low 70°
Chance of precipitation: 57%
Wed, Sep 2 Wednesday
Sunny
High 97° Low 76°
Chance of precipitation: 57%
Thu, Sep 3 Thursday
Overcast
High 91° Low 74°
Chance of precipitation: 72%
Fri, Sep 4 Friday
Patchy rain nearby
High 79° Low 68°
Chance of precipitation: 83%
Sat, Sep 5 Saturday
Light rain shower
High 69° Low 63°
Chance of precipitation: 89%
Sun, Sep 6 Sunday
Light rain shower
High 65° Low 60°
Chance of precipitation: 88%
Mon, Sep 7 Monday
Sunny
High 79° Low 61°
Chance of precipitation: 9%
Tue, Sep 8 Tuesday
Overcast
High 75° Low 60°
Chance of precipitation: 11%

About the weather in Newark

Newark runs one of the wider annual swings in our dataset: 25°C separates the average July from the average January. Afternoons reach 86°F (30°C) at the peak of summer and 40°F (4°C) at the depth of winter, with 131 days of measurable precipitation through the year.

Newark weather: quick facts

  • Hottest month: July - highs near 86°F (30°C)
  • Coldest month: January - highs near 40°F (4°C)
  • Decade extremes (2015-2024): 100°F (38°C) high · -6°F (-21°C) low
  • Wettest month: July (14 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (11.5 h sun/day)
  • Climate type: humid subtropical
  • Annual swing: 25°C between the average warmest and coolest month · day to night: 9°C
  • Snow: about 12 days a year
  • Months with freezing average lows: 3
  • Average humidity: 70%

Temperatures through the year

January is the coolest month, with highs of 40°F (4°C) and lows near 26°F (-4°C). Warmth peaks in July: highs of 86°F (30°C), lows of 69°F (20°C). Snow falls on roughly 12 days a year, mostly December through March.

Rain, sun and snow

Between the average July and the average January lie 25°C, a wider spread than roughly 82% of the cities we track. Overnight lows average at or below freezing for 3 months, December through February. The wettest month is July (5.5 inches (140 mm) across 14 days) and the driest November. Sunshine averages 8.5 hours a day over the year, peaking in July at 11.5 hours. Across the gridded 2015-2024 daily record, the highest daily maximum for this location was 100°F (38°C) and the lowest daily minimum -6°F (-21°C).

Season by season

Spring (March through May)

Spring in Newark is crisp but comfortable, with daytime highs averaging 60°F (16°C) and nights around 42°F (6°C); rain falls on around 35 of the 90 days, plus about 3 snowy days.

Summer (June through August)

Summer in Newark sits firmly in the heat, with daytime highs averaging 83°F (28°C) and nights around 66°F (19°C); rain falls on around 38 of the 90 days. Daylight is generous - around 11.1 hours of sun a day. With the moisture factored in, afternoons feel hotter than the reading suggests - the humidity and dew point converter shows why.

Fall (September through November)

Fall in Newark is mild, with daytime highs averaging 66°F (19°C) and nights around 50°F (10°C); expect showers on roughly 28 days across the season.

Winter (December through February)

Winter in Newark runs cold, with daytime highs averaging 43°F (6°C) and nights around 28°F (-2°C); rain falls on around 30 of the 90 days, plus about 8 snowy days.

Average temperatures in Newark by month

Monthly averages for Newark based on 2015–2024 weather data.
MonthHighLow Rain daysPrecipitation SunshineHumidity
January 40° 26° 10 4.0 in 6.1 h/day 66%
February 43° 26° 10 3.5 in 6.9 h/day 68%
March 50° 32° 10 4.5 in 8.2 h/day 65%
April 60° 42° 13 4.5 in 8.7 h/day 66%
May 71° 53° 12 3.7 in 9.9 h/day 70%
June 80° 62° 11 4.1 in 11.0 h/day 69%
July 86° 69° 14 5.5 in 11.5 h/day 72%
August 83° 67° 12 4.1 in 10.8 h/day 73%
September 77° 61° 10 5.0 in 9.0 h/day 73%
October 66° 50° 9 4.8 in 7.7 h/day 73%
November 54° 38° 8 3.0 in 7.1 h/day 69%
December 45° 31° 11 4.5 in 5.6 h/day 72%

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Common questions

How hot does Newark get in summer?
July averages 86°F (30°C). Hot afternoons happen but extremes are not the norm.
What should I wear in Newark?
It depends on the month: July runs to 86°F (30°C) while January holds at 40°F (4°C). The full month-by-month breakdown is in the packing notes above.
What is the best time to visit Newark?
The best time to visit Newark is generally May to June and September to October, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window sit near 73°F (23°C), with rain on about 11 days a month. For the same question asked the other way round, see where else is warm in May.
What is the hottest month in Newark?
July, averaging 86°F (30°C) by day and 69°F (20°C) overnight. The hottest single day in our 2015-2024 record for this location reached 100°F (38°C).
Which month is wettest in Newark?
July, at 5.5 inches (140 mm) over about 14 days. November is the driest month, at 3.0 inches (77 mm).
How many rainy days does Newark get in a year?
About 131 days bring measurable precipitation, totalling 51.2 inches (1300 mm). That works out at roughly 9.9 mm on an average wet day.
Is there snow in Newark?
Yes - about 12 days a year carry measurable snowfall, concentrated December through March.
When is Newark at its coldest?
January, with highs of 40°F (4°C) and lows near 26°F (-4°C). The coldest day in the 2015-2024 record fell to -6°F (-21°C).