Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Brownville, NY Climate Summary Location Jefferson County, New York Latitude 44.05° N Longitude 75.91° W Elevation 240 feet (73 meters) Climate Zone Humid Continental (Köppen Dfb) Average Annual Temperature 46.2°F (7.9°C) Average Annual Precipitation 38.8 inches (986 mm) Average Annual Snowfall 65.2 inches (166 cm) Seasonality Spring Mild and wet, with average temperatures ranging from 30°F to 60°F (-1°C to 16°C) and average precipitation of 9.6 inches (244 mm). Summer Warm and humid, with average temperatures ranging from 60°F to 80°F (16°C to 27°C) and average precipitation of 10.4 inches (264 mm). Fall Cool and dry, with average temperatures ranging from 40°F to 60°F (4°C to 16°C) and average precipitation of 8.4 inches (213 mm). Winter Cold and snowy, with average temperatures ranging from 10°F to 30°F (-12°C to -1°C) and average precipitation of 10.4 inches (264 mm), mostly in the form of snow. Extreme Temperatures • Record High: 99°F (37°C) • Record Low: -30°F (-34°C) Wind • Prevailing wind direction: West-northwest • Average wind speed: 10 mph (16 km/h) Humidity • Average annual humidity: 75% • Summer humidity: 80% • Winter humidity: 70% Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 2,150 hours • Summer sunshine: 250 hours per month • Winter sunshine: 150 hours per month Other Climate Features • Lake effect snow is common in winter, especially during northwest winds. • Thunderstorms are common in summer, especially in the afternoon and evening. • Fog is common in the fall and winter, especially near the St. Lawrence River. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Brownville is situated on the banks of the Black River, which is home to a diverse fish population, including bass, walleye, and pike. • The area is also known for its birdwatching opportunities, with over 200 species spotted in the nearby Black River Bay Wildlife Management Area. • The glacial retreat during the last ice age carved out the Thousand Islands region, including the islands and bays around Brownville. Science • In the 19th century, Brownville was a hub for the iron industry, with several furnaces and foundries operating in the area. • The village was also home to the Brownville Paper Company, which produced paper from wood pulp and was one of the largest paper mills in the United States. • Today, Brownville is home to the Thousand Islands Biological Station, a research and education center focused on the ecology of the St. Lawrence River. Personalities • George Washington Gale Ferris, the inventor of the Ferris wheel, was born in Brownville in 1859. • The village was also home to several prominent abolitionists, including Gerrit Smith and Frederick Douglass, who visited Brownville in 1847. • In the 20th century, Brownville was the birthplace of the renowned artist and illustrator Norman Rockwell. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site (Sackets Harbor, NY): A historic site commemorating the War of 1812, featuring a museum, battle reenactments, and scenic views of Lake Ontario. 2.Fort Ontario State Historic Site (Oswego, NY): A preserved 18th-century British fort with guided tours, historical exhibits, and a scenic waterfront location. 3.Selkirk Shores State Park (Selkirk, NY): A beautiful state park on the shores of Lake Ontario, offering swimming, fishing, camping, and hiking trails with stunning lake views. |
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