Newark, New Jerseycherry blossoms
in Branch Brook Park
Out of season: the next cherry blossoms season is in 2027.
Right now in Newark · September
154days to the next cherry blossoms seasonusually from March
Next 7 days
No frost, strong wind or heavy rain in the forecast.
National Weather Service forecast, issued Mon 3:09 PM (Eastern). Frost: a low of 36°F or less; wind: 20 mph or more; rain: 60% chance or more.
The six stages to peak
Green buds: not yet; Florets visible: not yet; Extension of florets: not yet; Peduncle elongation: not yet; Puffy white: not yet; Peak bloom: not yet.
Newark through the year: Green-up Mar–Apr.
Where to see it: Branch Brook Park. Listed by New Jersey's Department of Agriculture as the home of cherry blossoms, on Heller Parkway in Newark.
How we know
New Jersey Department of Agriculture, New Jersey Gardens and Arboretums (opens in a new tab) (Sep 28) · National Weather Service forecast and alerts (opens in a new tab) (Sep 28) · USA National Phenology Network, Spring Index 1991–2020 averages (opens in a new tab) (Sep 27)
Questions people ask
Is it blooming in Newark right now?
Not now: the cherry blossoms season is over for this year. The next one starts in about 154 days (usually from March).
Where are the best spots in Newark?
Branch Brook Park: listed by New Jersey's Department of Agriculture as the home of cherry blossoms, on Heller Parkway in Newark.
What is Newark like through the year?
Green-up (Mar–Apr).