Climate Summary
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| Maynard, Massachusetts Climate Summary Average Temperature • Annual: 48.1°F (8.9°C)
• January: 26.9°F (-2.8°C)
• July: 72.2°F (22.3°C) Precipitation • Annual: 44.6 inches (113.3 cm)
• Rain: 41.2 inches (104.6 cm)
• Snow: 34.4 inches (87.4 cm) Humidity • Average relative humidity: 68% Wind • Average wind speed: 10.2 mph (16.4 km/h)
• Prevailing wind direction: West-southwest Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 2,615 hours
• Percentage of possible sunshine: 60% Climate Type • Humid continental climate (Köppen classification: Dfa) Additional Climate Features • Extreme temperatures Record high: 104°F (40°C), record low: -18°F (-28°C) • Growing season Approximately 170 days • Hardiness zone 6a • Snowfall Snowfall is moderate, with occasional heavy snowstorms. • Thunderstorms Thunderstorms occur about 10 days per year, primarily in the summer months. • Tornadoes Tornadoes are rare but not unprecedented in the area. Climate Trends • The climate of Maynard is warming, with an increase in average temperatures over the past century.
• Precipitation patterns are also changing, with more intense and frequent rainfall events.
• Extreme weather events, such as heat waves and heavy rainfall, are becoming more common. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Maynard is home to the Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge, a 2,200-acre sanctuary for migratory birds and other wildlife. • The town is situated within the Sudbury River Valley, a region known for its diverse flora and fauna. • Maynard is also home to the Maynard Conservation Trust, which protects over 400 acres of open space, including wetlands, forests, and meadows. Science • In 1846, Maynard resident Elias Howe invented the first practical sewing machine, revolutionizing the textile industry. • Maynard was also the site of the first successful experimental nuclear fusion reactor in the United States in 1951. • The town is home to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Lincoln Laboratory, a research and development center focused on advanced technology. Personalities • Henry David Thoreau, the naturalist and author, often visited Maynard and wrote about its natural beauty in his journals. • Maria Mitchell, the first American woman astronomer, was born in Maynard in 1818. • Samuel Slater, the father of the American Industrial Revolution, established a textile mill in Maynard in 1813. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.The Wayside Inn - A historic inn and restaurant that was once a stop on the stagecoach route between Boston and Worcester. The inn has been visited by many famous people, including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Ralph Waldo Emerson. 2.Assabet River National Wildlife Refuge - A 2,200-acre refuge that is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, mammals, and reptiles. The refuge offers a variety of activities, including hiking, fishing, and kayaking. 3.Minute Man National Historical Park - A park that commemorates the battles of Lexington and Concord, which were the first battles of the American Revolutionary War. The park includes a variety of historic sites, including the North Bridge, where the \ |
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