Climate Summary
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| Highlands, New Jersey Climate Summary General • Humid subtropical climate (Köppen classification: Cfa)
• Warm, humid summers and cool, damp winters
• Proximity to the Atlantic Ocean moderates temperatures Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 54.6°F (12.6°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 73.6°F (23.1°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 32.8°F (0.5°C) • Record High Temperature 104°F (40°C) • Record Low Temperature -9°F (-23°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 45.2 inches (114.8 cm) • Average Snowfall 23.2 inches (58.9 cm) • Wettest Month August (5.5 inches / 14 cm) • Driest Month February (2.6 inches / 6.6 cm) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 73%
• High humidity levels throughout the year Wind • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest • Average Wind Speed 10 mph (16 km/h) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine Hours 2,664 hours (60% of possible)
• Most sunshine in July (300 hours)
• Least sunshine in December (150 hours) Other • Growing Season 210 days (April 15 • October 25) • Hardiness Zone 7a • Sea Level Rise Projections Moderate risk of sea level rise and flooding in the future |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Highlands is home to the Navesink River, designated as an Estuary of National Significance for its ecological importance. • The town is situated on a peninsula surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, Raritan Bay, and Sandy Hook Bay, providing a diverse marine ecosystem. • The Highlands Natural Resources Commission protects over 1,000 acres of open space, including salt marshes, forests, and beaches. Science • Highlands was a major hub for scientific research in the 19th century. • The Sandy Hook Marine Laboratory, established in 1898, was a pioneer in marine biology and oceanography. • The town is home to the Highlands Environmental Research Institute, which conducts research on coastal ecosystems and climate change. Personalities John Burroughs:Naturalist and author lived in Highlands from 1874-1884. His writings inspired the conservation movement. Thomas Edison:Inventor and businessman had a summer home in Highlands. He developed the phonograph and electric light bulb here. Henry Hudson:Explorer sailed past Highlands in 1609, giving the area its name. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Sandy Hook Gateway National Recreation Area is a 1,200-acre park that is located on the northern tip of the Sandy Hook peninsula. The park offers a variety of activities for visitors, including swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, and biking. There are also several historic sites located within the park, including the Sandy Hook Lighthouse and Fort Hancock. 2.Highlands Historical Society Museum is a small museum that is located in the town of Highlands. The museum tells the story of the town's history, from its founding in the 17th century to the present day. The museum has a collection of artifacts and documents that relate to the town's history, including photographs, maps, and ship models. 3.Twin Lights State Historic Site is a historic site that is located on the southern tip of the Sandy Hook peninsula. The site is home to two lighthouses, the North Tower and the South Tower. The North Tower was built in 1828 and the South Tower was built in 1862. The lighthouses were used to guide ships into New York Harbor. The site also has a museum that tells the story of the lighthouses and the history of the Sandy Hook peninsula. |
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