Forked River, NJ enjoys a moderate climate with hot summers and cold winters. During the summer months, temperatures usually reach into the low to mid 80s and can occasionally push into the high 90s. In winter, temperatures typically stay in the mid to upper 30s during the day and dip well below freezing at night. This area is known for its coastal breezes which make it more comfortable on some days than other nearby areas. Precipitation in Forked River is fairly steady throughout most of the year. However, due to its close proximity to both the Atlantic Ocean and Barnegat Bay, it can experience heavy rains during stormy weather which may last for a few days at a time.
Forked River, New Jersey gets 44 inches of rain, on average, per year. The US average is 38 inches of rain per year.
Forked River averages 13 inches of snow per year. The US average is 28 inches of snow per year.
On average, there are 208 sunny days per year in Forked River. The US average is 205 sunny days.
Forked River gets some kind of precipitation, on average, 108 days per year. Precipitation is rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls to the ground. In order for precipitation to be counted you have to get at least .01 inches on the ground to measure.
Weather Highlights
Summer High: the July high is around 84 degrees
Winter Low: the January low is 24
Rain: averages 44 inches of rain a year
Snow: averages 13 inches of snow a year