Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Winchendon, Massachusetts Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • Located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 5b. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 47.5°F (8.6°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 70.2°F (21.2°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 26.3°F (-3.1°C) • Record High Temperature 102°F (38.9°C) • Record Low Temperature -21°F (-29.4°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 43.8 inches (111.3 cm) • Average Snowfall 51.6 inches (131.1 cm) • Wettest Month May (4.5 inches) • Driest Month February (2.6 inches) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,300 hours • Sunniest Month July (300 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (160 hours) Wind • Average Wind Speed 9.3 mph (15 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest Other Climate Data • Growing Season 160-180 days • Last Spring Frost Mid-May • First Fall Frost Mid-October • Extreme Weather Events Occasional thunderstorms, hail, and heavy snowfall Climate Trends • Temperatures have been increasing slightly over the past decades, with winters becoming milder and summers becoming warmer. • Precipitation patterns have become more variable, with more extreme events such as heavy rainfall and droughts. • The growing season has been extending slightly, allowing for a wider variety of plants to be grown. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Winchendon is home to the Squannacook River, a designated Wild and Scenic River. • The town is known for its scenic hills, including Mount Monadnock, which offers breathtaking views from its summit. • The Winchendon Woods Wildlife Sanctuary protects over 1,000 acres of forest, wetlands, and ponds. Science • In the late 19th century, Winchendon was a center for the manufacture of wooden toys. • The town is home to the Winchendon School, a private boarding school with a strong science and technology program. • Winchendon native Dr. Charles F. Brush invented the arc light, a major advance in lighting technology. Personalities • The town was named after Governor Thomas Winchendon, a prominent figure in Massachusetts history. • Author and humorist Artemus Ward (Charles Farrar Browne) was born in Winchendon in 1834. • Singer-songwriter James Taylor spent his childhood summers in Winchendon. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Toy Town Museum: Located in Winchendon, this museum showcases the history and legacy of the town's toy industry, which once produced over 90% of the toys in the United States. 2.Winchendon Schoolhouse Museum: This historic schoolhouse, built in 1845, offers a glimpse into the educational system of the past and features exhibits on local history. 3.Mount Grace State Forest: Just outside of Winchendon, this scenic forest offers hiking trails, picnic areas, and a historic mansion that hosts events and programs. |
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