Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Northbridge, MA Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year. Temperature • Average annual temperature: 48.2°F (9°C) • Average summer temperature (June-August): 72.4°F (22.4°C) • Average winter temperature (December-February): 27.5°F (-2.5°C) • Record high temperature: 102°F (38.9°C) • Record low temperature: -19°F (-28.3°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 44.1 inches (112 cm) • Average snowfall: 47.3 inches (120 cm) • Driest month: February (2.8 inches) • Wettest month: May (4.2 inches) Other Climate Data • Average humidity: 72% • Average wind speed: 10 mph (16 km/h) • Average sunshine hours per day: 5.5 hours • Number of frost-free days: 160 days • Growing season: 180 days Climate Extremes • Northbridge has experienced extreme weather events in the past, including: • Major flooding in 1936 and 1938 • Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes • Ice storms and snowstorms Climate Change Impacts • Climate change is expected to impact Northbridge's climate by: • Increasing average temperatures • Increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events • Altering precipitation patterns • Reducing snowpack and affecting water resources |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Northbridge is home to the Whitinsville Woods Conservation Area, a 140-acre sanctuary with diverse habitats, including wetlands, forests, and meadows. • The Blackstone River, a major tributary of the Narragansett Bay, flows through Northbridge, providing a valuable ecosystem for wildlife. • The town is known for its abundance of bird species, with over 100 species recorded in the Whitinsville Woods alone. Science • In 1844, the Northbridge Machine Company was founded, becoming a leading manufacturer of textile machinery and contributing to the town's industrial development. • The town is home to the Blackstone Valley Tech High School, which offers advanced programs in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. • Several scientists and inventors have called Northbridge home, including George Crompton, who invented the Crompton loom, and William Whitin, a pioneer in textile manufacturing. Personalities • Sarah Jane Lippincott (1823-1904), a renowned author, poet, and editor, was born and raised in Northbridge. • Charles A. Dana (1819-1897), a prominent journalist and editor, was born in Northbridge and later became the editor of the New York Sun. • George F. Hoar (1826-1904), a distinguished lawyer and U.S. Senator, lived in Northbridge and represented Massachusetts in Congress for 35 years. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1. Purgatory Chasm State Reservation 2. Blackstone River Bikeway 3. Northbridge Historical Society & Museum |
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