Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
Mendham, New Jersey Climate Summary General Climate Humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa) Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 52.4°F (11.3°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 72.6°F (22.6°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 29.2°F (-1.6°C) • Record High Temperature 103°F (39.4°C) • Record Low Temperature -14°F (-25.6°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 47.2 inches (1200 mm) • Average Snowfall 22.8 inches (58 cm) • Wettest Month July (4.8 inches) • Driest Month February (2.5 inches) Sunshine and Humidity • Average Annual Sunshine 2,600 hours • Average Relative Humidity 68% Wind • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest • Average Wind Speed 9.3 mph (15 km/h) Seasonal Climate • Spring (March-May) Mild temperatures with increasing precipitation and occasional thunderstorms. • Summer (June-August) Warm and humid with frequent thunderstorms. • Fall (September-November) Pleasant temperatures with decreasing precipitation and occasional frost. • Winter (December-February) Cold and snowy with occasional thaws. Climate Trends • Rising Temperatures Over the past century, average temperatures in Mendham have increased by approximately 2°F (1.1°C). • Increasing Precipitation Annual precipitation has also increased slightly, with more frequent heavy rainfall events. • Extreme Weather Mendham is occasionally affected by extreme weather events such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and heat waves. Note Climate data is based on long-term averages and may vary from year to year. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
Natural History • Mendham is home to the 1,200-acre Jockey Hollow National Historical Park, which preserves the site of General George Washington's winter encampment during the Revolutionary War. • The park features diverse flora and fauna, including over 100 bird species, 50 mammal species, and 40 reptile and amphibian species. • The Passaic River, which flows through Mendham, provides important habitat for aquatic life, including trout, bass, and shad. Science • Mendham was the birthplace of astronomer Henry Norris Russell, who developed the Hertzsprung-Russell diagram, a key tool in understanding stellar evolution. • The town is home to the Far Hills Research Center, a leading institution in animal health and nutrition. Personalities • Mendham has been home to notable figures such as: • Author and conservationist Aldo Leopold • Painter and sculptor Alexander Calder • Actor and comedian Will Ferrell |
| Tourist Attractions
1.Fosterfields Living Historical Farm (Morristown, NJ): A 200-acre living history farm that offers a glimpse into the life of a colonial farm family in the 18th century. Visitors can explore the historic buildings, meet costumed interpreters, and participate in hands-on activities. 2.Albright Memorial Library (Mendham, NJ): A beautiful and historic library that houses a collection of over 100,000 books, as well as a rare book collection and a children's library. The library also offers a variety of programs and events for all ages. 3.The Stickley Museum at Craftsman Farms (Parsippany, NJ): A museum dedicated to the life and work of Gustav Stickley, a pioneer of the American Arts and Crafts movement. The museum features a collection of Stickley's furniture and other decorative arts, as well as his home and studio. |
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