Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Edgemere, New York Climate Summary General Climate • Humid subtropical climate (Köppen classification: Cfa) • Warm, humid summers with frequent thunderstorms • Cool, damp winters with occasional snowfall Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 55.1°F (12.8°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 75.2°F (24°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 33.9°F (1.1°C) • Record High Temperature 104°F (40°C) • Record Low Temperature -12°F (-24°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 47.3 inches (120 cm) • Average Monthly Precipitation in Summer 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) • Average Monthly Precipitation in Winter 3.5 inches (8.9 cm) • Snowfall 24.9 inches (63 cm) per year Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 72% • Summer Humidity High, often above 80% • Winter Humidity Moderate, around 65% Wind • Prevailing Wind Direction Southwest • Average Wind Speed 11.5 mph (18.5 km/h) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine Hours 2,600 • Summer Sunshine Hours 8-9 hours per day • Winter Sunshine Hours 5-6 hours per day Other Climate Features • Hurricane Season June 1 to November 30 • Coastal Storms Common during winter months • Sea Level Rise Edgemere is vulnerable to sea level rise due to its low elevation and proximity to the ocean. Climate Change Impacts • Rising temperatures and increased precipitation are expected to impact Edgemere in the future. • More frequent and intense storms, including hurricanes, are also a concern. • Sea level rise could lead to flooding and erosion, threatening coastal infrastructure and communities. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Edgemere's coastal location and salt marshes foster diverse marine life, including horseshoe crabs, fiddler crabs, and oysters. • The area was once home to a thriving population of diamondback terrapins, a threatened turtle species. Science • In the early 20th century, Edgemere was a hub for aviation and scientific research. • The Wright brothers conducted some of their first successful airplane flights in the area. • The U.S. Navy established a research facility at Edgemere, where they developed naval aircraft and radar systems. Personalities • Inventor and aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss lived and worked in Edgemere. • Physicist Robert Goddard, known as the \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Jacob Riis Park (within Edgemere): A 476-acre beachfront park with a historic bathhouse, boardwalk, and concessions. It offers swimming, sunbathing, fishing, and kayaking. 2.Fort Tilden (adjacent to Edgemere): A former military base now turned into a national park. It features beaches, hiking trails, bike paths, and historic structures. 3.Rockaway Beach Boardwalk (adjacent to Edgemere): A 5.5-mile-long boardwalk along the Atlantic Ocean. It offers scenic views, dining options, and entertainment venues. |
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