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Elizabeth, NJ Weather on August 26
August 26th in Elizabeth, NJ typically brings warm summer weather, with average highs around 85°F and lows near 67°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest August 26th was in 1993 (87°F average), while the coldest was 1977 (67°F) — a 20°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 27% of August 26th dates historically, with the wettest August 26th recording 2.45" of rain. The last decade has been 2.9°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on August 26
Planning for August 26th in Elizabeth, NJ? Stay hydrated and seek shade during peak afternoon hours.
August 26 Weather Records for Elizabeth
- •The all-time record high for August 26th in Elizabeth, NJ is 97°F, set in 2021.
- •The coldest August 26th on record dropped to 58°F in 1977.
- •Temperatures have reached 90°F or higher on August 26th in 11 of the last 55 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest August 26 ever in Elizabeth?
The warmest August 26 in Elizabeth, NJ reached 97°F in 2021. That is 12°F above the long-term average high of 85°F.
What was the coldest August 26 ever in Elizabeth?
The coldest August 26 in Elizabeth, NJ dropped to 58°F in 1977. That is 9°F below the long-term average low of 67°F.
What is the average temperature on August 26 in Elizabeth?
On August 26, Elizabeth averages a high of 85°F and a low of 67°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from ELIZABETH.
How many years of weather data are available for August 26 in Elizabeth?
We have 55 years of weather records for August 26 in Elizabeth, NJ, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
August 26 Weather History in Elizabeth
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 83°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2024 | 89°F | 67°F | 0.39" | -- |
| 2023 | 87°F | 73°F | 0.24" | -- |
| 2022 | 93°F | 73°F | 0" | -- |
| 2021 | 97°F | 75°F | 0.11" | -- |
| 2020 | 82°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 2019 | 75°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2018 | 87°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2017 | 79°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 95°F | 75°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 85°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 2014 | 87°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2013 | 86°F | 67°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 2012 | 82°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2011 | 85°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2010 | 86°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 89°F | 69°F | 0" | -- |
| 2008 | 82°F | 59°F | 0" | -- |
| 2007 | 83°F | 72°F | 0" | -- |
| 2006 | 71°F | 65°F | 0.69" | -- |
| 2005 | 84°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 76°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2003 | 87°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 84°F | 68°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 80°F | 63°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 85°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 81°F | 70°F | 2.45" | -- |
| 1998 | 91°F | 73°F | 0.22" | -- |
| 1997 | 80°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 86°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1995 | 85°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 90°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1993 | 97°F | 77°F | 0" | -- |
| 1992 | 93°F | 77°F | 0.12" | -- |
| 1991 | 82°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 92°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1989 | 83°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1988 | 89°F | 67°F | 0.01" | -- |
| 1987 | 82°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 79°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 85°F | 72°F | 0.4" | -- |
| 1984 | 83°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 91°F | 66°F | 0" | -- |
| 1982 | 80°F | 60°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | 75°F | 65°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 89°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 82°F | 71°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 80°F | 61°F | 0" | -- |
| 1977 | 77°F | 58°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 86°F | 71°F | 0.27" | -- |
| 1975 | 80°F | 70°F | 0.39" | -- |
| 1974 | 77°F | 69°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1973 | 90°F | 70°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 91°F | 74°F | 2.16" | -- |
| 1971 | 81°F | 67°F | 0.04" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: ELIZABETH
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Elizabeth, NJ, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.