Swain, NJ
Unincorporated community in Cape May County, New Jersey
Swain is a small unincorporated community in Cape May County, New Jersey. It is 2.9 miles NW of Goshen, the nearest town. Its ZIP code is 08210.
Swain at a glance
- State
- New Jersey
- County
- Cape May County
- ZIP code
- 08210
- Nearest town
- Goshen (2.9 mi)
- Time zone
- America/New York
- Coordinates
- 39.1253, -74.8006
Weather in Swain now
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Swain weather by the hour
Swain weather for the next 7 days
Source: National Weather Service (NOAA) · forecast for the coordinates of Swain.
This week in Swain
Sunrise, sunset and moon in Swain
What is the weather usually like in Swain?
Köppen climate classification, calculated from the 1991–2020 normals
- Julywarmest month · 88°F average high
- Januarycoldest month · 25°F average low
- 45.1 inprecipitation per year · 1,146 mm
Average high and low temperature (°F)
Average precipitation (inches)
Best time to visit Swain: May–June and September–October, with mild temperatures and fewer rainy days.
Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, station BELLEPLAIN STN FOREST, NJ US (USC00280690), adjusted for the elevation of Swain.
Swain weather month by month
Sunrise and sunset in Swain through the year
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7:15 AM | 5:02 PM | 9 h 47 min |
| February | 6:48 AM | 5:37 PM | 10 h 48 min |
| March | 7:08 AM | 7:07 PM | 11 h 58 min |
| April | 6:20 AM | 7:37 PM | 13 h 17 min |
| May | 5:44 AM | 8:06 PM | 14 h 22 min |
| June | 5:31 AM | 8:28 PM | 14 h 57 min |
| July | 5:44 AM | 8:26 PM | 14 h 41 min |
| August | 6:11 AM | 7:56 PM | 13 h 44 min |
| September | 6:39 AM | 7:09 PM | 12 h 29 min |
| October | 7:07 AM | 6:22 PM | 11 h 14 min |
| November | 6:41 AM | 4:46 PM | 10 h 5 min |
| December | 7:09 AM | 4:39 PM | 9 h 29 min |
Times for the 15th of each month, local time (America/New York).
What is the weather like in Swain?
Swain has a humid subtropical climate. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C), and the coldest is January, with average lows of 25°F (-4°C).
It gets about 45.1 inches (1,146 mm) of precipitation a year. The wettest month is August and the driest is February.
The best time to visit Swain is May–June and September–October. The live forecast on this page comes from the National Weather Service and the climate averages from NOAA’s 1991–2020 U.S. Climate Normals.
Webcams near Swain
The closest live webcam is Sea Isle City: Beach Camera, 6.4 miles E of Swain.
Webcams: Windy.com. Distances in a straight line from Swain.
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Other communities near Swain
- Swainton1.3 mi E
- Goshen Crossing1.3 mi W
- Scotch Bonnet4.0 mi S
- Potato Island4.4 mi SW
- Shellbed Landing4.5 mi S
- Townsends Inlet4.8 mi E
- Stone Harbor Manor4.8 mi S
- Reeds Beach4.9 mi W
- Reeds Beach4.9 mi W
- Dias Creek5.0 mi SW
- Kimbles Beach5.2 mi W
- Pierces Point6.3 mi SW
- Pierces6.7 mi SW
- Anglesea7.4 mi S
- Wildwood Junction7.5 mi SW
Questions about Swain
Where is Swain, NJ?
Swain is an unincorporated community in Cape May County, New Jersey, 2.9 miles NW of Goshen.
What county is Swain in?
Swain is in Cape May County, New Jersey.
What is the ZIP code of Swain, NJ?
The ZIP code for Swain is 08210.
What is the nearest town to Swain?
Goshen, 2.9 miles away.
Are there webcams near Swain?
Yes. The closest is Sea Isle City: Beach Camera, 6.4 miles away.
What is the hottest month in Swain?
July, with an average high of 88°F (31°C).
What is the coldest month in Swain?
January, with an average low of 25°F (-4°C).
How much does it rain in Swain?
About 45.1 inches (1,146 mm) a year; the wettest month is August.
Does it snow in Swain?
Snow is very rare or not recorded at the nearest weather station.
When is the best time to visit Swain?
May–June and September–October, when temperatures are most pleasant and rainy days are fewer.
What climate does Swain have?
Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa).
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