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New Jersey weather, climate and geography

Weather & climate

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Flanked by the Atlantic Ocean and the Delaware River, New Jersey has a fairly moderate climate, with cold winters and warm, humid summers. The state's temperature ranges from a July average of 23°C (74°F) to -1°C (30°F) in January, with a more pronounced difference between north and south in the winter. Annual snowfall averages 41cm (16 inches). There is moderate rainfall throughout the year.

Required clothing: 

Heavyweights with extra bundling for the winter months. Lightweights for the summer. Raingear might come in handy.

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