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New Jersey

Region · 🇺🇸 United States
Population 9,288,994
Area 20,127 km²
Time zone America/New_York
Official website nj.gov
New Jersey

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New Jersey's Absolute Essentials

This collection spans the historic corridors of the Mid-Atlantic, from Lower Manhattan’s financial landmarks and the poignant National September 11 Memorial to Philadelphia’s colonial heritage in Old City. Coastal highlights include the Victorian charm of Cape May and the iconic boardwalks of Atlantic City and Wildwood. Featured sites include the 1913 neo-Gothic Woolworth Building, the 18th-century Elfreth's Alley, and the remains of the SS Atlantus, a WWI-era concrete ship resting off Cape May Point.

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Museums and Art Centers

This collection features a diverse range of cultural institutions across the New Jersey, Philadelphia, and New York City regions. It includes significant historical sites like the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, Castle Clinton, and the Museum of the American Revolution. Visitors can explore specialized collections such as the Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum and the Emlen Physick Estate’s Victorian architecture. The list also highlights vibrant art spaces like the Cherry Street Pier and local galleries in Cape May, alongside interactive venues like the Children’s Museum of Manhattan and the Wetlands Institute.

19 places
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Historic Landmarks & Architecture

This collection showcases the Northeast’s architectural evolution, from the 1766 Georgian design of Saint Paul's Chapel to the modern Santiago Calatrava-designed World Trade Center Transportation Hub. Explore financial history at the New York Stock Exchange and Wall Street, or visit Castle Clinton, a circular sandstone fort that served as an immigration station. The list features industrial sites like the 1876 Hopewell Station and the Pratt pony truss bridge in Tinicum, alongside coastal landmarks including the Victorian-style Hereford Inlet Light and the 1859 Cape May Lighthouse.

14 places
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Sacred Sites and Temples

This collection highlights a diverse range of religious landmarks across New Jersey and Philadelphia, showcasing architectural styles from colonial to modern. Featured sites include the 18th-century Woodstown Friends Meeting house and the historic Christ Church Philadelphia, known for its ties to the American Revolution. The list also encompasses significant regional centers like the Saint Francis of Assisi Cathedral in Metuchen and various long-standing Presbyterian, Baptist, and Methodist congregations that reflect the area's rich spiritual heritage.

22 places
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Theme Parks & Attractions

New Jersey’s leisure landscape features historic boardwalk amusement parks like the 1929-founded Gillian's Wonderland and the 1,000-foot Steel Pier in Atlantic City. Coastal attractions include beachfront water parks in Wildwood and Ocean City, while inland options offer professional-grade golf at Crystal Springs Resort’s seven courses and Greate Bay’s LPGA-hosting grounds. The selection also includes themed miniature golf courses and the Sussex County Fairgrounds, home to the annual New Jersey State Fair.

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Parks and Recreational Areas

This collection features diverse outdoor spaces across New Jersey and Manhattan, ranging from the historic West Harlem Piers and Riverside Park to the expansive Pine Barrens habitat of Peaslee Fish and Wildlife Management Area. The list includes free zoological gardens in Cape May and Bridgeton, specialized environmental parks like Cattus Island, and community hubs such as the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Visitors can find locations for freshwater fishing, coastal birdwatching, and high-tech recreation.

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Viewpoints and Landmarks

This collection highlights architectural landmarks and scenic vistas across New Jersey and the Delaware River region. It features historic engineering like the 1913 neo-gothic Woolworth Building and the Pratt pony truss bridge in Tinicum, alongside modern structures like One World Trade Center. Coastal history is represented by the Sandy Hook Lighthouse, the oldest in the United States, while numerous overlooks in the Delaware Water Gap, such as Mt. Tammany and Sunrise Mountain, offer views of the Kittatinny Mountains and river valley.

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New Jersey — Map

New Jersey — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: June, September

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 5° (feels like -1°) · extremes -9°–13°
  • -1° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 6°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 6° (feels like 0°) · extremes -7°–13°
  • 0° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 4°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 9° (feels like 3°) · extremes -4°–16°
  • 2° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 6°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 4 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Fair
  • 14° (feels like 9°) · extremes 2°–20°
  • 7° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 9°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Great
  • 19° (feels like 16°) · extremes 8°–24°
  • 12° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 14°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in June

Great
  • 24° (feels like 23°) · extremes 13°–28°
  • 18° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Light breeze
  • 20°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in July

Good
  • 27° (feels like 28°) · extremes 18°–30°
  • 22° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Light breeze
  • 23°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in August

Good
  • 26° (feels like 27°) · extremes 18°–30°
  • 21° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Light breeze
  • 24°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in September

Great
  • 24° (feels like 23°) · extremes 13°–28°
  • 18° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Light breeze
  • 22°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Good
  • 19° (feels like 15°) · extremes 7°–24°
  • 13° at night
  • 9 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 19°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Fair
  • 13° (feels like 8°) · extremes 0°–19°
  • 7° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 14°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 8° (feels like 2°) · extremes -4°–15°
  • 2° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 10 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Light breeze
  • 9°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2); NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5 · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
US Dollar USD $ · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
911 Police · Ambulance · Fire brigade
Electricity
Type A / Type B
120 V · 60 Hz
Languages
English
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+1
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Tours & Activities

Riverside Hotel
Taxi · 8 min
New Jersey
2h
Walk · 6 min
Corner Café
45 min
Walk · 18 min
Riverside Hotel

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