Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Ship Bottom, New Jersey Climate Summary Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 53.2°F (11.8°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 74.6°F (23.7°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 32.5°F (0.3°C) • Record High Temperature 102°F (38.9°C) • Record Low Temperature -5°F (-20.6°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 44.2 inches (112.3 cm) • Average Rainfall 39.8 inches (101.1 cm) • Average Snowfall 4.4 inches (11.2 cm) • Wettest Month August (4.9 inches / 12.4 cm) • Driest Month February (2.6 inches / 6.6 cm) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 72% • Most Humid Month July (77%) • Least Humid Month February (65%) Wind • Average Annual Wind Speed 11.5 mph (18.5 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,646 hours • Sunniest Month July (310 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (170 hours) Other Climate Features • Tornado Risk Low • Hurricane Risk Moderate • Coastal Flooding Risk High Climate Change Projections • Temperatures are projected to increase by 2-4°F by mid-century and 4-8°F by the end of the century. • Precipitation is projected to increase slightly, with more intense storms and flooding. • Sea levels are projected to rise by 1-2 feet by mid-century and 2-6 feet by the end of the century. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Ship Bottom is located on Long Beach Island, a barrier island formed by glacial deposits and ocean currents. • The island's unique ecosystem supports diverse marine life, including horseshoe crabs, sea turtles, and migratory birds. • The Ship Bottom Wildlife Sanctuary provides habitat for over 200 bird species, including the endangered piping plover. Science • The Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge, located just north of Ship Bottom, is a vital research site for coastal ecology and avian biology. • Scientists study the refuge's salt marshes, tidal flats, and forests to understand the impacts of climate change and human activities on coastal ecosystems. Personalities • The American author and naturalist Henry David Thoreau visited Ship Bottom in 1857 and wrote about its natural beauty in his book \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Long Beach Island is a popular beach destination with miles of sandy beaches, perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and surfing. There are also a number of restaurants, shops, and attractions along the boardwalk. 2.Tuckerton Seaport is a historic seaport that offers a variety of activities, including boat tours, fishing, and kayaking. There is also a museum that tells the story of the seaport's history. 3.Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge is a 47,000-acre refuge that is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, deer, and turtles. There are a number of hiking trails and observation towers throughout the refuge. |
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