South Dennis, New Jersey facts for kids
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South Dennis, New Jersey
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Route 47 southbound approaching Route 83 in South Dennis
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 South Dennis, New Jersey
Location in Cape May County, New Jersey
South Dennis, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
South Dennis, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Cape May |
| Township | Dennis |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.28 sq mi (16.27 km2) |
| • Land | 6.21 sq mi (16.08 km2) |
| • Water | 0.07 sq mi (0.19 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,703 |
| • Density | 274.28/sq mi (105.90/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
08245
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| Area code(s) | 609, 640 |
| FIPS code | 34-68850 |
| GNIS feature ID | 880724 |
South Dennis is a small community located in Dennis Township. It is found in Cape May County, which is in the southern part of the U.S. state of New Jersey. South Dennis is considered an "unincorporated community," meaning it's a recognized place but doesn't have its own separate local government.
This community is part of the Ocean City area, which is a larger region that includes several towns and communities. The postal ZIP Code for South Dennis is 08245. The local post office first opened in 1873. Robert Hutchinson was the very first postmaster, which is the person in charge of a post office.
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Population in South Dennis
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2020 | 1,703 | — | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, about 1,703 people lived in South Dennis. This number helps us understand how many people call this community home.
Where is South Dennis?
South Dennis is located at 39°10′42″N 74°49′12″W / 39.17833°N 74.82000°W. It sits about 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite close to the ocean's surface.
The community covers an area of about 0.3 square kilometers (0.1 square miles). All of this area is land. A waterway called Dennis Creek forms the northern edge of the community.
Weather in South Dennis
South Dennis experiences four different seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. The weather here is known as a humid subtropical climate. This means it often has warm, humid summers and mild winters.
The area gets about 44.52 inches (1131 mm) of rain each year. August is usually the wettest month. The coldest temperature ever recorded in South Dennis was -22°F (-30°C) in January 1942. The hottest temperature was 103°F (39°C) in July 1993.
| Climate data for South Dennis, NJ | |||||||||||||
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| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 44 (7) |
47 (8) |
55 (13) |
66 (19) |
75 (24) |
83 (28) |
88 (31) |
86 (30) |
80 (27) |
69 (21) |
59 (15) |
49 (9) |
67 (19) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 22 (−6) |
24 (−4) |
30 (−1) |
38 (3) |
48 (9) |
57 (14) |
63 (17) |
61 (16) |
54 (12) |
43 (6) |
34 (1) |
26 (−3) |
42 (5) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.86 (98) |
3.08 (78) |
4.18 (106) |
3.61 (92) |
3.58 (91) |
2.88 (73) |
3.8 (97) |
5.31 (135) |
3.76 (96) |
3.62 (92) |
3.37 (86) |
3.47 (88) |
44.52 (1,132) |
| Source: The Weather Channel | |||||||||||||
Getting Around South Dennis
Roads and Travel
South Dennis is an important spot because it's where two main roads meet: Route 47 (also called Delsea Drive) and Route 83. In July 2007, a big project finished that changed how Route 47 was laid out and added a traffic light to help cars move more smoothly. This project cost about $6.7 million.
Two other local roads, County Route 628 and County Route 657, also end near South Dennis.
Fire Protection
The community is protected by the
. These brave volunteers help keep everyone safe from fires and other emergencies.
Schools in South Dennis
Students in South Dennis attend schools that are part of the Dennis Township Public Schools system for kindergarten through eighth grade. For high school, students go to Middle Township High School, which is part of the Middle Township Public Schools district.
There are also county-wide schools available, such as Cape May County Technical High School and the Cape May County Special Services School District. These schools offer special programs and support for students.
Famous People from South Dennis
Some people who have lived in or are connected to South Dennis include:
- Richard S. Leaming (1828-1895): He was a ship builder and a politician. He served in both the New Jersey General Assembly and the New Jersey Senate. He also worked on the Cape May County Board of Chosen Freeholders, which is a local government group.
