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Weather & Climate in Pine Ridge at Crestwood, NJ
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Pine Ridge at Crestwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 290 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,744/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.9615°N, 74.3121°W |
| Timezone | America/New_York |
| County | Ocean County County |
| Nearest Airport | South Jersey Regional (LLY) 28 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively High |
| Risk Score | 96.2 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 48.6 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 90.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Relatively High |
| Earthquake | Relatively Moderate |
| Wildfire | Relatively Moderate |
| Flood | Relatively High |
| Hail | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | Very High |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter Weather | Very High |
| Lightning | Very High |
| Ice Storm | Relatively High |
| Drought | Relatively Low |
| Cold Wave | Relatively High |
| Landslide | Very Low |
| Coastal Flood | Very High |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)
Earthquake History
25 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.
| Apr 5, 2024 | 2024 Tewksbury, New Jersey Earthquake | M4.8 | 90 km | 3 km |
| Jan 16, 1994 | 0 km E of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania | M4.2 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Apr 5, 2024 | 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey | M3.7 | 89 km | 4 km |
| Oct 23, 1990 | 3 km W of Hancocks Bridge, New Jersey | M3.2 | 114 km | 10 km |
| Jan 9, 1992 | 4 km WNW of Robertsville, New Jersey | M3.1 | 45 km | 8 km |
| Aug 26, 2003 | 4 km NNW of Milford, New Jersey | M3.1 | 98 km | 3 km |
| Aug 3, 2025 | 0 km W of Little Ferry, New Jersey | M3.0 | 102 km | 10 km |
| Oct 28, 1991 | 3 km WNW of Stamford, Connecticut | M3.0 | 138 km | 10 km |
| Feb 3, 2009 | 1 km ESE of Victory Gardens, New Jersey | M3.0 | 103 km | 0 km |
| May 24, 2024 | 6 km E of Califon, New Jersey | M2.9 | 92 km | 7 km |
| Apr 27, 2024 | 7 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey | M2.9 | 89 km | 5 km |
| Jan 16, 1994 | 0 km SSE of Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania | M2.9 | 150 km | 5 km |
| Aug 5, 2025 | 1 km N of Hillsdale, New Jersey | M2.8 | 119 km | 12 km |
| Jul 1, 2009 | 3 km ESE of Pennsville, New Jersey | M2.8 | 106 km | 5 km |
| Apr 12, 1991 | 2 km ENE of North Castle, New York | M2.7 | 144 km | 9 km |
| Jan 25, 2015 | 4 km ESE of Downingtown, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 115 km | 2 km |
| Apr 5, 2024 | 6 km ESE of Califon, New Jersey | M2.6 | 90 km | 6 km |
| Jul 5, 1996 | 2 km NW of Chester Heights, Pennsylvania | M2.6 | 101 km | 18 km |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 5 km WSW of Gladstone, New Jersey | M2.6 | 89 km | 9 km |
| May 1, 2024 | 1 km NW of Gladstone, New Jersey | M2.6 | 91 km | 5 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Hurricane History
7 hurricanes (Category 1+) recorded within 500 km since 1980. Strongest on record: Category 3.
| Year | Name | Category | Max Wind | Closest |
| 2021 | Henri | Category 1 | 75 mph | 290 km |
| 2014 | Arthur | Category 1 | 81 mph | 239 km |
| 2012 | Sandy | Category 2 | 92 mph | 208 km |
| 2011 | Irene | Category 1 | 75 mph | 215 km |
| 1991 | Bob | Category 3 | 109 mph | 163 km |
| 1986 | Charley | Category 1 | 75 mph | 295 km |
| 1985 | Gloria | Category 2 | 98 mph | 61 km |
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Category 1+, 1980–2026).
Tornado History
219 tornadoes (EF0+) recorded within 100 km since 1950. Strongest on record: EF3. Total: 3 fatalities, 137 injuries.
| Date | Rating | Distance | Path | Fatalities |
| Sep 1, 2021 | EF3 | 86 km | 12.4 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2021 | EF3 | 62 km | 3.4 mi | 0 |
| Oct 18, 1990 | EF3 | 70 km | 0.5 mi | 0 |
| Jul 21, 1983 | EF3 | 33 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| Sep 26, 1977 | EF3 | 49 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| May 28, 1973 | EF3 | 95 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Jun 24, 1960 | EF3 | 52 km | 12.9 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 2023 | EF2 | 23 km | 2.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 2023 | EF2 | 29 km | 0.1 mi | 0 |
| Apr 1, 2023 | EF2 | 22 km | 1.6 mi | 0 |
| Feb 21, 2023 | EF2 | 48 km | 5.8 mi | 0 |
| Sep 1, 2021 | EF2 | 81 km | 8.3 mi | 1 |
| Jul 29, 2021 | EF2 | 25 km | 4.2 mi | 0 |
| Jul 29, 2021 | EF2 | 69 km | 6.3 mi | 0 |
| Aug 4, 2020 | EF2 | 57 km | 20.8 mi | 0 |
| Aug 8, 2007 | EF2 | 76 km | 5.9 mi | 0 |
| May 27, 2001 | EF2 | 43 km | 1.5 mi | 0 |
| Aug 20, 1999 | EF2 | 46 km | 0.4 mi | 0 |
| Sep 7, 1998 | EF2 | 94 km | 0.2 mi | 0 |
| May 31, 1998 | EF2 | 64 km | 5.6 mi | 0 |
Source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center (EF0+, 1950–2024, US only).
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.3 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1964 | LONG ISLAND, NY | Meteorological | 0.3 m | — | 139 km |
| 1895 | HIGH BRIDGE, NJ | Earthquake | — | — | 92 km |
| 1840 | PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA | Earthquake | — | — | 78 km |
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database.
Wildfire History
20 wildfires (100+ acres) recorded within 100 km. Largest: GREENWOOD STATE FOREST (21,271 acres, 1995).
| Year | Name | Acres Burned | Distance |
| 1995 | GREENWOOD STATE FOREST | 21,271 | 14 km |
| 2007 | WARREN GROVE | 15,315 | 30 km |
| 2022 | MULLICA RIVER FIRE | 13,082 | 44 km |
| 1999 | BASS RIVER | 12,129 | 35 km |
| 2019 | SPRING HILL FIRE | 8,182 | 23 km |
| 2023 | ALLEN ROAD | 6,213 | 37 km |
| 1992 | FORKED RIVER MOUTAIN APR | 5,093 | 12 km |
| 1992 | POWER PLANT | 4,928 | 16 km |
| 1992 | UNNAMED | 4,470 | 17 km |
| 2024 | TEA TIME HILL | 4,444 | 31 km |
| 2006 | UNNAMED | 3,780 | 38 km |
| 2017 | PENN SWAMP FIRE | 3,587 | 42 km |
| 2023 | JIMMYS WATER HOLE | 3,585 | 7 km |
| 1989 | SIMM PLACE | 3,262 | 23 km |
| 2002 | UNNAMED | 2,824 | 17 km |
| 2007 | ATSION | 2,705 | 44 km |
| 1992 | FOUR MILE COLONY | 2,647 | 23 km |
| 1996 | UNNAMED | 2,625 | 39 km |
| 2010 | FORT DIX RANGE 1-14 | 2,615 | 19 km |
| 1990 | UNNAMED | 2,367 | 45 km |
Source: NIFC/IRWIN Wildfire Records (100+ acres).
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32°F (-0°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 34°F (1°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 50°F (10°C) | 3.8 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 3.7 in | |
| June | 69°F (20°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 75°F (24°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| September | 67°F (19°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 37°F (3°C) | 3.7 in |
Pine Ridge at Crestwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 32°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (3.2").