Climate Summary
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| Deerfield, NH Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
• Located in the transition zone between the humid subtropical and humid continental climate zones. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 45.2°F (7.3°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 67.7°F (19.8°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 23.2°F (-4.9°C) • Record High Temperature 99°F (37°C) • Record Low Temperature -29°F (-34°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 44.8 inches (1138 mm) • Average Snowfall 72.4 inches (184 cm) • Wettest Month November (4.8 inches or 122 mm) • Driest Month February (2.5 inches or 64 mm) Humidity • High humidity throughout the year, especially during the summer months.
• Average relative humidity in July: 75% Wind • Prevailing wind direction: West-northwest
• Average wind speed: 8.5 mph (13.7 km/h) Other Climate Features • Growing Season 145 days (May-September) • Hardiness Zone 5a • Average Number of Freezing Days 160 • Average Number of Snowfall Days 65 Climate Trends • Average temperatures have been increasing over the past few decades.
• Precipitation patterns have become more variable, with more intense storms and longer periods of drought.
• The growing season has been lengthening. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Deerfield is home to the Deerfield Wildlife Refuge, a 2,000-acre sanctuary for migratory birds and other wildlife. • The Lamprey River, a designated Wild and Scenic River, flows through the town, providing habitat for Atlantic salmon, brook trout, and other aquatic species. • The town is part of the Great Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve, an area of national significance for its coastal habitats and ecosystems. Science • Deerfield was the site of the first successful American manufacture of gunpowder in 1775. • The town is home to the Deerfield Observatory, a private astronomical observatory that has made significant contributions to the field of astronomy. • The Lamprey River Watershed Association conducts ongoing scientific research on the river's ecology and water quality. Personalities • Daniel Webster, the famous orator and statesman, was born in Deerfield in 1782. • John Langdon, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, lived in Deerfield for a time. • Josiah Bartlett, another signer of the Declaration of Independence, was a resident of Deerfield and served as its town clerk. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Canobie Lake Park An amusement park located in Salem, NH, just a short drive from Deerfield. It features over 85 rides, attractions, and water slides for all ages. 2.Rockingham Mall A large indoor shopping mall located in Salem, NH, offering a wide variety of retail stores, restaurants, and entertainment options. 3.Robert Frost Farm The former home and farm of the renowned poet Robert Frost, located in Derry, NH, about 15 minutes from Deerfield. Visitors can explore the historic farmhouse, barn, and grounds where Frost lived and wrote some of his most famous works. |
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