January weather forecast
New Jersey, USA

January is considered the coldest month of the year in New Jersey, characterized by freezing temperatures and substantial snowfall. The northwest region faces the most extreme cold, where temperatures can dip below 0°F (-17.8°C), while central and southern coastal areas are relatively warmer but still quite cold.

In the northern highlands, the minimum temperature can reach 16°F (-8.9°C), while in the southern parts, the minimum temperature may be around 28°F (-2.2°C). The maximum temperatures across the state generally hover between 34°F (1.1°C) and 43°F (6.1°C). This period sees significant snowfall, ranging from 10" (254mm) in the south to 50" (1270mm) in the northern parts.

Comparatively, January is much colder than the preceding month of December and the following month of February. The gloomy skies, occasional blizzards, and heavy snowfall mark a stark contrast to the milder and more temperate weather conditions observed during the fall months.

In notable cities such as Newark and Atlantic City, the weather in January mirrors the state's overall climate patterns, with Atlantic City experiencing slightly milder conditions due to its coastal location. Meanwhile, areas around the Pine Barrens may see less precipitation and slightly warmer temperatures because of the unique geography and vegetation. The diverse climate zones within the state lead to a variety of weather experiences, depending on the specific region and proximity to geographical features.

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• Newark - January »
  In Newark, New Jersey, in January, during 6.1 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Newark in January, during 9.7 rainfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Jersey City - January »
  In Jersey City, in January, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Jersey City during January, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.
• Paterson - January »
  In Paterson in January, during 7 snowfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Paterson, during January, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.
• Elizabeth - January »
  In Elizabeth, in January, during 6 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elizabeth, in January, during 6 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.
• Edison - January »
  In Edison during January, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Edison, New Jersey, in January, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.
• Toms River - January »
  The month with the least rainfall in Toms River, New Jersey, is January, when the rain falls for 6.9 days and typically collects 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. The months with the lowest humidity in Toms River are January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 74%.
• Trenton - January »
  In Trenton, during January, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Trenton, during January, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.
• Clifton - January »
  In Clifton, in January, during 7.1 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Clifton in January, during 9 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Camden - January »
  The months with the least rainfall in Camden are January and February Rain falls for 7.3 days and accumulates 0.83" (21mm) of rain. January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Camden, New Jersey.
• Cherry Hill - January »
  In Cherry Hill, in January, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Cherry Hill, in January, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow.
• Passaic - January »
  In Passaic in January, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. In Passaic, New Jersey, during January, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.