Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Brooklyn, Maryland Climate Summary Temperature • Average annual temperature: 55.6°F (13.1°C) • Average summer temperature (June-August): 75.2°F (24°C) • Average winter temperature (December-February): 33.1°F (0.6°C) • Record high temperature: 106°F (41.1°C) • Record low temperature: -16°F (-26.7°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 42.6 inches (108.2 cm) • Average snowfall: 17.9 inches (45.5 cm) • Wettest month: July (4.8 inches) • Driest month: February (2.6 inches) Humidity • Average annual relative humidity: 67% • Highest monthly relative humidity: January (74%) • Lowest monthly relative humidity: September (59%) Wind • Average annual wind speed: 10.1 mph (16.3 km/h) • Highest monthly average wind speed: March (11.5 mph) • Lowest monthly average wind speed: August (8.7 mph) Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 2,600 hours • Sunniest month: July (300 hours) • Cloudiest month: December (160 hours) Climate Classification • Humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification: Cfa) Climate Summary Brooklyn, Maryland has a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 55.6°F (13.1°C), with average summer temperatures in the mid-70s (°F) and average winter temperatures in the low 30s (°F). The area receives an average of 42.6 inches (108.2 cm) of precipitation per year, with the wettest month being July and the driest month being February. Brooklyn experiences an average of 17.9 inches (45.5 cm) of snowfall per year. The average annual relative humidity is 67%, with the highest monthly relative humidity occurring in January and the lowest monthly relative humidity occurring in September. The average annual wind speed is 10.1 mph (16.3 km/h), with the highest monthly average wind speed occurring in March and the lowest monthly average wind speed occurring in August. Brooklyn receives an average of 2,600 hours of sunshine per year, with the sunniest month being July and the cloudiest month being December. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural HistoryChesapeake Bay Watershed: Brooklyn lies within the Patuxent River watershed, a tributary of the Chesapeake Bay. The river hosts a diverse ecosystem of fish, shellfish, and wildlife. Patuxent Research Refuge:The refuge, located nearby, is a 12,000-acre sanctuary for migratory birds, waterfowl, and other wildlife. Science Goddard Space Flight Center:The center, located in Greenbelt, just outside Brooklyn, is a major NASA facility responsible for space exploration and scientific research. University of Maryland, College Park:The university, located nearby, has a strong science and engineering program, including research in astrophysics, bioengineering, and environmental science. Personalities James Rouse:The developer and founder of Columbia, Maryland, lived in Brooklyn for many years. He was a pioneer in planned community development and urban renewal. John Glenn:The astronaut and U.S. Senator lived in Brooklyn during his early years. He was the first American to orbit Earth in 1962. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Baltimore and Annapolis Trail (B&A Trail) A scenic 13-mile paved trail that runs along the Patapsco River, offering stunning views, historic sites, and opportunities for hiking, biking, and kayaking. 2.Patapsco Valley State Park A sprawling park with over 14,000 acres of forests, meadows, and waterways. It features hiking trails, scenic drives, fishing spots, and historic ruins. 3.Brooklyn Park Library and Community Center A modern facility that offers a variety of programs and activities for all ages, including book clubs, classes, workshops, and exhibitions. |
| Nearby Cities:| Brooklyn Park, MD | | Baltimore Highlands, MD | Pumphrey, MD | | Linthicum, MD | Lansdowne, MD | | Ferndale, MD | Baltimore, MD | | Dundalk, MD | Glen Burnie, MD | | Arbutus, MD | Irvington, MD | | Elkridge, MD | Charlestown, MD | | Charles Village, MD | Riviera Beach, MD | | Green Haven, MD | West Elkridge, MD | | Philadelphia, PA | | Washington, DC | Arlington, VA | | Alexandria, VA | Allentown, PA | | Columbia, MD | Reading, PA | | Germantown, MD | Trenton, NJ | | Camden, NJ | Bethlehem, PA | | Wilmington, DE | |
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