Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Garden City, New York Climate Summary General Climate • Humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and mild, wet winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 53.6°F (12°C) • Average Summer Temperature 75.0°F (23.9°C) • Average Winter Temperature 30.9°F (-0.6°C) • Record High Temperature 104°F (40°C) • Record Low Temperature -14°F (-25.6°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 47.3 inches (120.1 cm) • Average Snowfall 24.0 inches (61.0 cm) • Wettest Month August (4.9 inches / 12.4 cm) • Driest Month February (2.6 inches / 6.6 cm) Humidity • Average Relative Humidity 69% • High Humidity Month July (74%) • Low Humidity Month January (61%) Wind • Average Wind Speed 10.2 mph (16.4 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,645 hours • Sunniest Month July (310 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (175 hours) Seasonal Climate • Spring (March-May) Mild and wet, with average temperatures ranging from 40°F to 65°F. • Summer (June-August) Hot and humid, with average temperatures ranging from 70°F to 85°F. • Autumn (September-November) Cool and dry, with average temperatures ranging from 55°F to 70°F. • Winter (December-February) Cold and wet, with average temperatures ranging from 25°F to 40°F. Extreme Weather Events • Garden City is occasionally affected by hurricanes, which can bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and flooding. • Winter storms can also bring significant snowfall and icy conditions. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Garden City is home to the Hempstead Plains, a vast grassland ecosystem that supports diverse flora and fauna, including endangered species like the northern harrier and American oystercatcher. • The village has numerous parks and nature preserves, including the 400-acre Eisenhower Park, which features a lake, trails, and a nature center. Science • Brookhaven National Laboratory, one of the world's leading research institutions, is located nearby in Upton. • Garden City is home to the Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, a renowned center for biomedical research. • The village has a strong tradition of scientific education, with Adelphi University and Hofstra University offering programs in science and technology. Personalities • Charles Lindbergh, the famous aviator, lived in Garden City from 1927 to 1935. • F. Scott Fitzgerald, the novelist, lived in the village from 1922 to 1924 and wrote his masterpiece, \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Sagamore Hill National Historic Site (Oyster Bay): The former home of President Theodore Roosevelt, Sagamore Hill offers guided tours of the mansion, carriage house, and grounds. 2.Old Westbury Gardens (Old Westbury): A magnificent 200-acre estate with formal gardens, a mansion, and a working farm. Visitors can explore the gardens, attend special events, or take a guided tour of the mansion. 3.Planting Fields Arboretum State Historic Park (Oyster Bay): A 409-acre park with gardens, walking trails, and a historic mansion. Visitors can admire the diverse plant collections, attend concerts and exhibitions, or take a guided tour of the mansion. |
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