Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Kittery Point, Maine has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfb), with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • Average annual temperature 47.4 °F (8.6 °C) • Average annual precipitation 44.4 inches (112.8 cm) • Average annual snowfall 50.4 inches (128.0 cm) Summer Summers in Kittery Point are warm and humid, with average high temperatures in the mid-70s Fahrenheit (low 20s Celsius). The average low temperature in July is 59 °F (15 °C). The warmest month is July, with an average high of 79 °F (26 °C) and an average low of 62 °F (17 °C). Winter Winters in Kittery Point are cold and snowy, with average high temperatures in the mid-30s Fahrenheit (low 2s Celsius). The average low temperature in January is 17 °F (-8 °C). The coldest month is January, with an average high of 32 °F (0 °C) and an average low of 12 °F (-11 °C). Spring and Fall Spring and fall are mild in Kittery Point, with average high temperatures in the 50s and 60s Fahrenheit (10s and 20s Celsius). The average low temperature in April is 36 °F (2 °C). The average low temperature in October is 42 °F (6 °C). Precipitation Kittery Point receives an average of 44.4 inches (112.8 cm) of precipitation each year. The wettest month is December, with an average of 4.4 inches (11.2 cm) of precipitation. The driest month is February, with an average of 2.6 inches (6.6 cm) of precipitation. Snowfall Kittery Point receives an average of 50.4 inches (128.0 cm) of snowfall each year. The snowiest month is January, with an average of 10.5 inches (26.7 cm) of snowfall. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Kittery Point is home to Fort McClary State Historic Site, a former coastal fortification that played a crucial role in the defense of Portsmouth Harbor. • The area is known for its diverse marine life, including seals, porpoises, and whales. • The Kittery Point Conservation Trust protects over 1,000 acres of coastal and forested habitats, supporting a variety of flora and fauna. Science • The University of New Hampshire operates the Shoals Marine Laboratory on Appledore Island, just off Kittery Point. The lab conducts research on marine ecosystems and coastal processes. • The Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, located across the Piscataqua River, has a long history of shipbuilding and naval engineering. Personalities • William Pepperrell, a prominent merchant and military leader, owned a large estate on Kittery Point. He led the British forces that captured Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, in 1745. • John Paul Jones, the \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1. Fort McClary State Historic Site: A historic fort dating back to the 19th century, offering scenic views of the Piscataqua River and guided tours. 2. Kittery Outlets: A large outlet shopping mall with over 100 stores and restaurants, offering a wide range of discounted merchandise. 3. Prescott Park: A waterfront park in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, just across the bridge from Kittery Point, featuring gardens, walking trails, and a variety of events throughout the year. |
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