Climate Summary
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| North Caldwell, New Jersey Climate Summary Climate Type Humid Subtropical Average Temperatures • January: 28°F (-2.2°C)
• July: 78°F (25.6°C)
• Annual Average: 53°F (11.7°C) Average Precipitation • Annual Rainfall: 46 inches (117 cm)
• Annual Snowfall: 22 inches (56 cm) Growing Season • Last Spring Frost: April 15th
• First Fall Frost: October 20th
• Growing Season Length: 187 days Climate Characteristics • Warm, humid summers with average high temperatures in the mid-80s°F (29°C).
• Mild winters with average low temperatures in the mid-20s°F (-3°C).
• Ample rainfall throughout the year, with the wettest months being May and June.
• Occasional snowfall during the winter months.
• Humidity levels are generally high, especially during the summer. Climate Trends • Over the past decade, North Caldwell has experienced a slight increase in average temperatures and a decrease in average precipitation.
• The growing season has also become slightly shorter.
• Extreme weather events, such as heavy rainfall and heat waves, are becoming more frequent and intense. Local Impacts of Climate Change • Increased risk of flooding and stormwater runoff due to heavier rainfall events.
• Potential for more severe heat waves and droughts.
• Reduced air quality due to increased ozone levels.
• Changes in plant and animal life as temperatures and precipitation patterns shift. Mitigation and Adaptation Strategies • Implement green infrastructure, such as rain gardens and permeable surfaces, to manage stormwater runoff.
• Plant heat-tolerant and drought-resistant vegetation.
• Promote energy efficiency and renewable energy sources to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
• Develop early warning systems and emergency response plans for extreme weather events. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • North Caldwell is home to the Essex County Environmental Center, a 130-acre nature preserve with hiking trails, wetlands, and a wildlife viewing platform. • The Watchung Reservation, a vast park system, borders North Caldwell, offering hiking, biking, and scenic views of the Watchung Mountains. Science • The Thomas Edison National Historical Park, located nearby in West Orange, preserves the inventor's laboratory and home, where he developed the phonograph and electric light bulb. • The Montclair Science Center, just outside North Caldwell, offers interactive science exhibits, planetarium shows, and a wildlife sanctuary. Personalities • Albert Einstein lived in North Caldwell from 1936 until his death in 1955. His home, now a museum, is a National Historic Landmark. • Thomas Edison's daughter, Madeleine Edison Sloane, lived in North Caldwell and was active in local civic affairs. • The writer and poet Carl Sandburg spent time in North Caldwell during the 1930s and 1940s, where he wrote some of his most famous works. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Turtle Back Zoo A 20-acre zoo featuring over 150 species of animals, including lions, tigers, bears, and monkeys. It also has a reptile and amphibian exhibit, a children's zoo, and a carousel. 2.Essex County Presby Memorial Iris Gardens A 10-acre botanical garden with over 3,000 varieties of irises. It is open to the public from May to June, when the irises are in bloom. 3.Montclair Art Museum A museum with a collection of over 12,000 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. It has a special focus on American art and European art from the 19th and 20th centuries. |
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