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Plan a visit or move to Jersey with current conditions, practical signals, maps, local people, and sourced context.

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Updated Sunday, November 1, 2026 · sourced live layer and versioned editorial content

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Should I visit Jersey?

Generally suitable with routine precautions

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Climate normals · 2016–2025

When to go: Jersey month by month

Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Jersey are typically June, July and August, with average daytime highs around 18–20°C. August is usually the warmest month (average high 20°C), January the coldest (average low 6°C), and November the wettest (about 124 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.

Monthly averages computed from 2016–2025 Open-Meteo historical weather records for this location. Long-run averages, not a forecast.
MonthAvg high (°C)Avg low (°C)Rain (mm)Sunshine (h/day)
January9.36.41184.5
February9.76.6775.8
March10.97.3778.0
April12.98.44610.7
May15.511.05312.0
June18.413.86612.4
July19.915.75812.5
August20.116.26511.2
September18.815.2819.5
October16.012.91137.3
November12.79.91245.4
December10.78.01204.2

Google News pulse · checked with SearXNG

What is being reported around Jersey

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Current local index

People and places shaping Jersey

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Research updated Sunday, October 18, 2026
Dates that matter

Past and future events in Jersey

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Past · documented context

Previously

  1. Corn Riots

    An insurrection on 28 September 1769 caused by food supply shortages on the island.

  2. Battle of Jersey

    Fought in 1781 when Major Peirson's army defeated an invading French force that had captured St Helier.

  3. Nazi Occupation of Jersey

    Jersey was occupied by German forces from 1 July 1940 until 9 May 1945.

Current public leadership

  • John Le Fondré

    Wikidata currently records this person as Jersey's head of government. Jersey politician.

  • Jerry Kyd

    Lieutenant Governor of Jersey since October 2022, representing the British monarch.

People associated with this place

  • Victor Hugo

    French author who lived in Jersey in the 1850s before being expelled.

Historical figures

  • Helier

    Sixth-century patron saint of Jersey who lived at the Hermitage on L'Islet.

  • Major Peirson

    Led the army that defeated the French force at the Battle of Jersey in 1781.

  • Sir George Carteret

    Vice Admiral, bailiff and governor who received a large grant of land in America named New Jersey.

Local business and employers

  • Petra Diamonds

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Jersey. Diamond mining company.

  • Henley & Partners

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Jersey. Global citizenship and residence advisory firm based in London.

  • 3i Infrastructure

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Jersey. Investment business headquartered in Jersey.

  • Jersey Electricity Company

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Jersey. Provider for electricity in Jersey.

  • Rakuten.co.uk

    Structured data records this business as headquartered in Jersey. Company.

Newspapers and local media

No local newspaper or media outlet has passed the source checks for Jersey yet.

Buildings and landmarks

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Keep the deeper context

Stable history, culture, districts, and practical reference remain in the main reading flow while the live layers above continue changing.

01 · Overview

Jersey, in brief

Jersey is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.

02 · History

How Jersey took shape

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03 · Government

Government and public life in Jersey

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04 · Economy

Work and the economy in Jersey

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05 · Culture

Culture and creative life in Jersey

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06 · Travel

Travelling through Jersey

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07 · Safety

Safety and practical guidance for Jersey

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08 · Questions

Questions about Jersey

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Atlas FAQ Desk

Frequently Asked Questions about Jersey

Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.

01 · Q&A

What is the capital city and population of Jersey?

The capital of Jersey is Saint Helier, and the total national population is estimated at 90,812.

02 · Q&A

Where is Jersey located and what is its total area?

Jersey is located in Europe, spanning an area of approximately 116 km².

03 · Q&A

What currency and languages are spoken in Jersey?

The official currency is Pound (GBP) and recognized languages include English, French, NRF.

04 · Q&A

What are the major cities and regions in Jersey?

Prominent cities and cultural hubs mapped across Jersey include Saint Helier, St Lawrence, St Martin, Trinity, Saint John.

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Cities and towns in Jersey

Saint Helier28,000 people · research starts when openedSt Lawrence5,561 people · research starts when openedSt Martin3,948 people · research starts when openedTrinity3,355 people · research starts when openedSaint John3,051 people · research starts when openedLe Hocq0 people · research starts when opened