Climate Summary
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| Littleton, New Hampshire Climate Summary General Climate Humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 42.5°F (5.8°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 19.9°F (-6.7°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 64.8°F (18.2°C) • Record High Temperature 97°F (36°C) • Record Low Temperature -34°F (-37°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 41.7 inches (106 cm) • Average Snowfall 72.4 inches (184 cm) • Wettest Month June (5.1 inches) • Driest Month February (2.4 inches) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,038 hours • Sunniest Month July (242 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (127 hours) Wind • Average Annual Wind Speed 9.2 mph (14.8 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 74% • Most Humid Month July (80%) • Least Humid Month January (66%) Other Climate Features • Growing Season 120-150 days • Hardiness Zone 4b • Köppen Climate Classification Dfb (Warm-summer humid continental climate) Summary Littleton, New Hampshire experiences a humid continental climate with cold, snowy winters and warm, humid summers. The average annual temperature is 42.5°F, with average winter temperatures below freezing and average summer temperatures in the mid-60s. The area receives an average of 41.7 inches of precipitation annually, including 72.4 inches of snowfall. The climate is generally characterized by moderate sunshine, moderate wind speeds, and high humidity. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Littleton is home to Mount Eustis, a 4,700-foot peak offering panoramic views of the White Mountains. • The Ammonoosuc River, a tributary of the Connecticut River, flows through the town, supporting a diverse aquatic ecosystem. • The town contains part of the Silvio O. Conte National Fish and Wildlife Refuge, a vast natural area protecting forests, wetlands, and wildlife. Science • Littleton was the site of the first successful steam-powered locomotive in the United States, built by Phineas Davis in 1850. • The town is home to the Littleton Coin Company, a leading numismatic dealer and auction house. • It is also the location of the Mount Washington Observatory, which conducts scientific research on weather and climate at the summit of Mount Washington. Personalities • Daniel Webster, the famous orator and statesman, lived in Littleton from 1808 to 1812. • William Henry Harrison, the ninth President of the United States, was a resident of Littleton from 1812 to 1814. • Mary Baker Eddy, the founder of Christian Science, lived in Littleton from 1868 to 1875. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Franconia Notch State Park: A stunning mountain pass with towering peaks, cascading waterfalls, and scenic hiking trails. 2.Mount Washington Cog Railway: A historic cog railway that ascends to the summit of Mount Washington, the highest peak in the Northeast. 3.Flume Gorge: A natural gorge with towering granite walls, cascading waterfalls, and a wooden walkway that leads visitors through the narrow chasm. |
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Nearby Cities:| Deerfield, NH | | Whitefield, NH | Lunenburg, VT | | Saint Johnsbury, VT | Lancaster, NH | | Woodsville, NH | Jefferson, NH | | Lyndon, VT | Lyndonville, VT | | Northumberland, NH | Woodstock, NH | | Haverhill, NH | Groveton, NH | | Lowell, MA | | Manchester, NH | Nashua, NH | | Lawrence, MA | Portland, ME | | Haverhill, MA | Methuen, MA | | Concord, NH | East Concord, NH | | Burlington, VT | Fitchburg, MA | | Lewiston, ME | |
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