Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Climate Summary for Jersey City, New Jersey Location Hudson County, New Jersey, United States Coordinates 40.7281° N, 74.0776° W Climate Type Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa) Average Temperature • Annual: 55.9°F (13.3°C) • January: 34.5°F (1.4°C) • July: 77.8°F (25.4°C) Average Precipitation • Annual: 46.06 inches (1170 mm) • Wettest month: July (4.97 inches / 126 mm) • Driest month: February (2.78 inches / 71 mm) Humidity • Average annual humidity: 66% • Highest humidity: July (70%) • Lowest humidity: January (60%) Sunshine • Average annual sunshine hours: 2,625 • Sunniest month: July (300 hours) • Cloudiest month: December (180 hours) Wind • Average wind speed: 10.5 mph (16.9 km/h) • Prevailing wind direction: West-southwest Extreme Weather • Hurricanes Jersey City is located in a hurricane-prone area and has experienced several major hurricanes in recent years, including Hurricane Sandy in 2012. • Flooding Due to its proximity to the Hudson River, Jersey City is vulnerable to flooding during heavy rainfall events and storm surges. • Heat waves Heat waves are common during the summer months, with temperatures occasionally exceeding 90°F (32°C). • Snowfall Jersey City receives an average of 22.9 inches (58 cm) of snow annually, with most snowfall occurring between December and March. Climate Change Impacts • Rising temperatures Jersey City is experiencing a gradual increase in average temperatures, which is expected to continue in the future. • More frequent and intense heat waves Heat waves are projected to become more common and last longer in the future. • Increased precipitation Annual precipitation is expected to increase, with more frequent and intense rainfall events. • Sea level rise Jersey City is vulnerable to sea level rise, which is expected to exacerbate flooding during storm surges and high tides. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Jersey City is home to Liberty State Park, which offers stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. • The park is also a sanctuary for migratory birds, hosting over 300 species. Science • The Stevens Institute of Technology, founded in 1870, is a renowned engineering and technology university. • Jersey City was the site of the first successful submarine launch in 1897, by John Philip Holland. Personalities • Frank Sinatra, the legendary singer, was born and raised in Jersey City. • The city was also home to the poet Walt Whitman, who lived there from 1833 to 1855. • Alexander Hamilton, one of the Founding Fathers, owned a home in Jersey City. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Liberty State Park: This park offers stunning views of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline. It also features a ferry terminal, a 9/11 memorial, and a variety of walking and biking trails. 2.Ellis Island: This historic island was the main immigration station for the United States from 1892 to 1954. Today, it is home to the Ellis Island Immigration Museum, which tells the stories of the millions of immigrants who passed through its doors. 3.Newport Centre Mall: This large shopping mall is located in the Newport neighborhood of Jersey City. It features over 100 stores and restaurants, as well as a movie theater and a bowling alley. |
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