Newark, New Jersey’s largest city, is located in the heart of the state’s largest metropolitan area. It is also the state’s oldest city, founded in 1666 by Puritans from Newark-upon-Trent in England. Newark is a major transportation hub and a center of industry and commerce. Its location near New York City has made it a magnet for immigrants and the home of many cultural and ethnic groups. The city’s downtown district is a center of nightlife and entertainment and the site of the Prudential Center, a major sports and entertainment venue. The city’s many historic sites include the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, the Newark Museum, and the Weequahic Park Historic District.
Average temperatures during the day in Newark.