Ocean County Climate
Ocean County, New Jersey
Avg Annual Temp
53.8°F
Annual Precip
46.5"
Annual Snowfall
10.2"
Extreme Heat Days
16.9
days >= 90°F/yr
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About Ocean County Weather
Warm coastal air dominates the year
Ocean County averages 53.8°F annually, sitting just above the national median. Its coastal position ensures that the climate remains mild and humid throughout the year.
Above average state temperatures
The county’s average temperature exceeds the state benchmark of 53.6°F. This makes it part of the warmer southern coastal belt of New Jersey.
Dry coastal winters and less snow
Ocean County receives only 10.2 inches of snow, far less than the 29.0 inches seen in Middlesex. It is also drier than its northern neighbor Monmouth, recording 46.5 inches of rain.
Mild winters and rare extreme heat
Despite the coastal warmth, the county only sees 17 extreme heat days per year. Winters are relatively gentle, with a January average of 32.8°F and minimal snowfall.
Enjoy a lighter winter wardrobe
With only 10.2 inches of snow, residents can skip the heavy-duty plows required in northern counties. Proper home sealing is still recommended to manage the 46.5 inches of annual rain.
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Data source: NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information (NCEI), U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020.
Climate normals are 30-year averages of weather variables computed from 1991 to 2020. Station data is aggregated to county level using spatial averaging. Data is informational only — not a substitute for official National Weather Service forecasts or emergency weather warnings.