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Jersey City, NJ Weather on May 16
May 16th in Jersey City, NJ typically brings pleasant spring weather, with average highs around 70°F and lows near 54°F. Over 55 years of records, the warmest May 16th was in 1991 (76°F average), while the coldest was 1984 (48°F) — a 28°F range across recorded history. Rain or other precipitation has occurred on about 49% of May 16th dates historically, with the wettest May 16th recording 5.89" of rain. The last decade has been 2.0°F warmer on this date compared to 20-30 years ago.
What to Expect on May 16
Planning for May 16th in Jersey City, NJ? Great weather for outdoor activities. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella.
May 16 Weather Records for Jersey City
- •The all-time record high for May 16th in Jersey City, NJ is 87°F, set in 1991.
- •The coldest May 16th on record dropped to 40°F in 1983.
- •Last year (1971), May 16th was 16°F cooler than the long-term average.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the warmest May 16 ever in Jersey City?
The warmest May 16 in Jersey City, NJ reached 87°F in 1991. That is 17°F above the long-term average high of 70°F.
What was the coldest May 16 ever in Jersey City?
The coldest May 16 in Jersey City, NJ dropped to 40°F in 1983. That is 14°F below the long-term average low of 54°F.
What is the average temperature on May 16 in Jersey City?
On May 16, Jersey City averages a high of 70°F and a low of 54°F based on 55 years of NOAA weather observations from JERSEY CITY.
How many years of weather data are available for May 16 in Jersey City?
We have 55 years of weather records for May 16 in Jersey City, NJ, sourced from NOAA's Global Historical Climatology Network. Records include daily high and low temperatures, precipitation, and snowfall data going back to 2025.
May 16 Weather History in Jersey City
| Year | High | Low | Precip | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 72°F | 61°F | 0.28" | -- |
| 2024 | 65°F | 59°F | 1.02" | -- |
| 2023 | 73°F | 57°F | 0" | -- |
| 2022 | 76°F | 66°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2021 | 75°F | 59°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2020 | 77°F | 59°F | 0.03" | -- |
| 2019 | 73°F | 52°F | 0.3" | -- |
| 2018 | 64°F | 56°F | 0.86" | -- |
| 2017 | 79°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2016 | 66°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 2015 | 75°F | 57°F | 0.76" | -- |
| 2014 | 68°F | 58°F | 3.91" | -- |
| 2013 | 79°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 2012 | 78°F | 61°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2011 | 62°F | 53°F | 0.43" | -- |
| 2010 | 72°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2009 | 71°F | 58°F | 0.41" | -- |
| 2008 | 62°F | 49°F | 2.41" | -- |
| 2007 | 85°F | 59°F | 2.11" | -- |
| 2006 | 63°F | 52°F | 1.7" | -- |
| 2005 | 70°F | 56°F | 0" | -- |
| 2004 | 78°F | 63°F | 0.23" | -- |
| 2003 | 61°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 2002 | 80°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 2001 | 62°F | 53°F | 0" | -- |
| 2000 | 70°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1999 | 68°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1998 | 85°F | 62°F | 0" | -- |
| 1997 | 73°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1996 | 66°F | 47°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1995 | 73°F | 47°F | 0" | -- |
| 1994 | 72°F | 55°F | 1.07" | -- |
| 1993 | 80°F | 59°F | 0.15" | -- |
| 1992 | 56°F | 52°F | 1.02" | -- |
| 1991 | 87°F | 64°F | 0" | -- |
| 1990 | 63°F | 58°F | 5.89" | -- |
| 1989 | 58°F | 55°F | 3.81" | -- |
| 1988 | 64°F | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1987 | 60°F | 43°F | 0" | -- |
| 1986 | 68°F | 50°F | 0" | -- |
| 1985 | 66°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1984 | 54°F | 42°F | 0" | -- |
| 1983 | 62°F | 40°F | 1.68" | -- |
| 1982 | 76°F | 55°F | 0" | -- |
| 1981 | -- | 49°F | 0" | -- |
| 1980 | 71°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1979 | 70°F | 54°F | 0" | -- |
| 1978 | 53°F | 49°F | 2.13" | -- |
| 1977 | 79°F | 52°F | 0" | -- |
| 1976 | 70°F | 57°F | 0.1" | -- |
| 1975 | 75°F | 59°F | 1.83" | -- |
| 1974 | 75°F | 67°F | 0" | -- |
| 1973 | 64°F | 45°F | 0" | -- |
| 1972 | 71°F | 51°F | 0" | -- |
| 1971 | 54°F | 50°F | 1.47" | -- |
Based on 55 years of data from NOAA station: JERSEY CITY
Monthly Climate Averages
Historical temperature and precipitation averages for Jersey City, NJ, based on 55+ years of weather data.
Temperatures in Fahrenheit. Precipitation and snowfall in inches.