The best times to visit Toms River for ideal weather are

May 7th to June 24th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Toms River Travel Info

Weather in Toms River

Temperature

Average temperatures in Toms River vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 34th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Toms River, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid July where highs are regularly around 89.9°F (32.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 66.9°F (19.4°C) at night.

Toms River Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Toms River Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Toms River Perceived Temperature (F)

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Toms River Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Toms River Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 41.8 30.8 21.4
Feb 44.6 32.6 22.7
Mar 53.8 40.9 30.5
Apr 66.1 52 39.6
May 74.6 61.2 49.6
Jun 85 71.7 60.6
Jul 87.6 75.3 64.8
Aug 85 72.5 62.1
Sep 78.6 66.7 56.5
Oct 67.3 54.8 44.2
Nov 55.9 44.7 34.9
Dec 48.1 37.8 28.9

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 5.4 -0.7 -5.9
Feb 7 0.3 -5.2
Mar 12.1 4.9 -0.8
Apr 18.9 11.1 4.2
May 23.7 16.2 9.8
Jun 29.4 22.1 15.9
Jul 30.9 24.1 18.2
Aug 29.4 22.5 16.7
Sep 25.9 19.3 13.6
Oct 19.6 12.7 6.8
Nov 13.3 7.1 1.6
Dec 8.9 3.2 -1.7

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Toms River are November, January, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid to late September. For example, on the week of September 17th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid May with an average of 2 days of significant precipitation the week of May 14th.

When can you find snow in Toms River? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Toms River.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Toms River (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 12% 0 2.2
Feb 12% 0 1.8
Mar 16% 0 2.6
Apr 17% 0 2.4
May 23% 0 3.3
Jun 20% 0 3.1
Jul 18% 0 3.1
Aug 18% 0 4.7
Sep 14% 0 2.7
Oct 19% 0 3.2
Nov 10% 0 2.1
Dec 13% 0 3.6

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 12 0 5.6
Feb 12 0 4.6
Mar 16 0 6.6
Apr 17 0 6.1
May 23 0 8.4
Jun 20 0 7.9
Jul 18 0 7.9
Aug 18 0 11.9
Sep 14 0 6.9
Oct 19 0 8.1
Nov 10 0 5.3
Dec 13 0 9.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Toms River has some high humidity months, with other comfortably humid months. The least humid month is March (52.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is September (67.2%).

Wind in Toms River is usually calm. The windiest month is February, followed by April and January. February’s average wind speed of around 6.7 knots (7.7 MPH or 12.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early to mid February where average top sustained speeds reach 16.2 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Toms River.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 6.1 Light breeze 14.1 Significant breeze
Feb 6.7 Light breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Mar 6.1 Light breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Apr 6.2 Light breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
May 5.5 Light breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Jun 5.2 Light breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Jul 4.8 Light breeze 11.8 Significant breeze
Aug 4.1 Light breeze 11.1 Significant breeze
Sep 4.6 Light breeze 11.6 Significant breeze
Oct 5.4 Light breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Nov 5.2 Light breeze 12.5 Significant breeze
Dec 6 Light breeze 13.8 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 54.9%
Feb 53.8%
Mar 52.9%
Apr 53.9%
May 57.3%
Jun 57.4%
Jul 64.9%
Aug 65.5%
Sep 67.2%
Oct 65.5%
Nov 61.5%
Dec 62.6%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Toms River?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for the United States; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Dec 04, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Toms River, NJ, US is July, followed by September and August. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Toms River in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 83 in December means 83% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Toms River Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 81.7°F (27.6°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 7 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have very comfortable weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the most precipitation with about 6 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Toms River, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 83.4°F (28.6°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 3 to 6 days per month. Tourism is the second busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be slightly higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is far too cold this time of year in Toms River to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 49.5°F (9.7°C) and 40.9°F (4.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 4 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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