Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Aquebogue, NY Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average annual temperature 52.4°F (11.3°C) • Average summer temperature (June-August) 72.1°F (22.3°C) • Average winter temperature (December-February) 31.4°F (-0.3°C) • Record high temperature 104°F (40°C) • Record low temperature -23°F (-30.6°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation 46.6 inches (118.4 cm) • Average snowfall 26.1 inches (66.3 cm) • Wettest month August (5.2 inches or 13.2 cm) • Driest month February (2.4 inches or 6.1 cm) Humidity • Average annual relative humidity 71% • High humidity Summer months, especially in the evenings • Low humidity Winter months Wind • Prevailing wind direction West-northwest • Average wind speed 10.5 mph (16.9 km/h) • Strongest winds Winter months Other Climate Features • Growing season 204 days (May 1 • October 24) • Hardiness zone 7a • Fog Common in the spring and fall • Tornadoes Rare, but can occur • Hurricanes Occasional threat, especially during the late summer and fall months Climate Change Impacts • Rising temperatures and increased frequency of extreme heat events • Heavier and more frequent precipitation, leading to increased flooding • Changes in plant and animal life, including the spread of invasive species • Increased risk of coastal erosion and storm damage |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Aquebogue is home to the Aquebogue Duck Farm, a historic duck farm established in 1873 and known for its Pekin ducks. • The area is part of the Peconic Bay Estuary, a nationally recognized estuary with diverse marine life and coastal ecosystems. Science • In 1965, the Brookhaven National Laboratory, a world-renowned research facility, opened in nearby Upton. • The Aquebogue Aquifer, a major source of drinking water for Long Island, lies beneath the town. Personalities Hal Borland(1900-1978): A naturalist and author who lived in Aquebogue and wrote extensively about the region's natural history. Roy Chapman Andrews(1884-1960): A renowned explorer and paleontologist who grew up in Aquebogue and later led expeditions to the Gobi Desert. William Floyd(1734-1821): A signer of the Declaration of Independence who owned land in Aquebogue and is buried in the town's cemetery. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center: A renowned aquarium featuring a diverse collection of marine life, including sharks, penguins, and sea turtles. 2.Splish Splash Water Park: A thrilling water park with exciting slides, wave pools, and attractions for all ages. 3.Tanger Outlets Riverhead: A large outdoor outlet mall with over 100 stores offering discounts on popular brands. |
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