Hurricane Tracker New Jersey
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
RainViewer shows storm tracks on one map for the Jersey Shore and Delaware Bay.
The Storm Tracks layer shows current position, past path, forecast path, and the cone of probable tracks.
Current hurricanes near New Jersey
New Jersey has a long Atlantic coast, called the Jersey Shore, and borders Delaware Bay in the south. Many towns lie on barrier islands along the shore. This list names each active tropical storm or hurricane near New Jersey, with its category and status, and each storm links to its own tracker page.
No active tropical storm or hurricane is listed near New Jersey.
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How RainViewer shows storms
The National Hurricane Center issues the official hurricane watches and warnings for New Jersey. The Storm Tracks layer on the RainViewer map shows current position, past path, forecast path and the cone of probable tracks. RainViewer does not replace official warnings.
See the full storm path
Tap any point on the path to see wind speed, category and direction at that point.
Read the category in one place
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Get a notification when a storm approaches
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When is hurricane season in New Jersey?
Hurricane season in New Jersey runs from 1 June to 30 November. Most activity falls between mid-August and mid-October, and 10 September is the climatological peak, according to the National Hurricane Center.
A hurricane starts as a cluster of thunderstorms over warm ocean water. Warm, moist air rises from the sea surface. The air pressure near the surface drops, and more air flows in. The rotation of the Earth makes this air spin, anticlockwise in the Northern Hemisphere. Weak winds high in the atmosphere let the system organise. A system with a closed circulation is called a tropical depression. It becomes a tropical storm when its winds strengthen, and the National Hurricane Center gives it a name. It becomes a hurricane when its winds reach hurricane strength.
Sea temperatures around New Jersey are highest in late summer. This is the time of the most storm activity. Early in the season, storms often form in the Gulf of Mexico. Later in the season, storms often arrive from the Atlantic Ocean after a long journey from West Africa. Storms reach New Jersey from the south or southeast, often after they pass the Carolinas and Virginia.
Hurricane trackers for cities in New Jersey
Each of these New Jersey cities has its own page showing current storms nearby and past storms that came close.
Storms in other US states
New Jersey is one of the US states with its own hurricane tracker. See current and past storms near Delaware and New York on their pages, or open the United States page.
Hurricane categories at a glance
Tropical Depression (<39 mph)
Rain and gusty wind, no hurricane classification yet.
Tropical Storm (39-73 mph)
Heavy rain, coastal flooding, fallen branches.
Category 1 Hurricane (74-95 mph)
Roof and cladding damage, fallen trees, power cuts.
Category 2 Hurricane (96-110 mph)
Major roof damage, trees snapped, prolonged power cuts.
Category 3 Hurricane (111-129 mph)
Structural damage to homes, water and power loss for days.
Category 4 Hurricane (130-156 mph)
Severe structural damage, long-term power and water loss.
Category 5 Hurricane (157 mph or higher)
Total roof failure and wall collapse, area uninhabitable for weeks.
FAQ
Where can I see current hurricanes near New Jersey?
The hurricane tracker map on this RainViewer page shows current storm tracks near New Jersey, and the list under the map names each active storm near New Jersey. When no storm is active, the list says so and links to storms in other regions. Past storms near New Jersey are listed further down the page.
When is hurricane season in New Jersey, and which months are busiest?
Hurricane season in New Jersey runs from 1 June to 30 November, and most activity falls between mid-August and mid-October, according to the National Hurricane Center. 10 September is the climatological peak, the date when historical records show the most tropical storms and hurricanes. Storms reach New Jersey from the south or southeast, often after they pass the Carolinas and Virginia.
Which official source issues hurricane warnings for New Jersey?
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issues the official hurricane watches and warnings for New Jersey, and publishes advisories for every active Atlantic storm. RainViewer shows storm tracks on a map and does not replace official warnings. The NHC is the source for official storm forecasts.
What does the forecast cone show on the New Jersey map?
The forecast cone on the RainViewer map shows the probable track of the centre of a storm during the forecast period. The cone does not show how far wind, rain, or storm surge reach from the centre, so areas outside the cone can still have storm effects. The cone is part of the Storm Tracks layer, together with the current position, the past path, and the forecast path.
Where can I see rain radar for New Jersey?
RainViewer shows rain radar for New Jersey, and the New Jersey weather radar page lists radar coverage and links to city radar pages. RainViewer updates radar every 5 minutes. Radar shows rain inside a storm. The Storm Tracks layer shows where the storm is moving.
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