Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Highland, New York Climate Summary General Climate Humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa) Temperature • Average annual temperature: 52.9°F (11.6°C) • Average summer temperature (June-August): 75.2°F (24°C) • Average winter temperature (December-February): 30.2°F (-1.0°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 46.5 inches (1181 mm) • Average number of precipitation days: 119 • Heaviest precipitation month: July (4.6 inches or 117 mm) • Driest precipitation month: February (2.6 inches or 66 mm) Snowfall • Average annual snowfall: 30.1 inches (76 cm) • Average number of snowfall days: 13 Sunshine • Average annual sunshine hours: 2,604 Wind • Prevailing wind direction: West-southwest • Average wind speed: 10.1 mph (16.2 km/h) Other Climate Data • Average relative humidity: 71% • Average number of thunderstorm days: 25 • Average number of hail days: 1 Climate Extremes • Record high temperature: 103°F (39.4°C) • Record low temperature: -17°F (-27.2°C) • Record 24-hour precipitation: 8.1 inches (206 mm) Climate Change Projections • By the end of the century, average temperatures in Highland are projected to increase by 2.5-5.5°F (1.4-3.1°C). • Precipitation is projected to increase by 5-10% in winter and spring, and decrease by 5-10% in summer and fall. • More frequent and intense extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, and floods, are also expected. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Highland is home to the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum, which hosts exhibits on local flora, fauna, and geology. • The area is known for its diverse bird population, including bald eagles, peregrine falcons, and warblers. • The Hudson River and its tributaries provide habitat for a variety of fish species, including striped bass, salmon, and shad. Science • In 1839, the first successful steamboat trip on the Hudson River originated in Highland. • The area was a center of iron production in the 19th century, with several iron mines and foundries. • Highland is the birthplace of the inventor and industrialist Samuel Colt, who developed the Colt revolver. Personalities • The writer Washington Irving lived in Highland from 1835-1859, and his home, Sunnyside, is now a National Historic Landmark. • The painter Thomas Cole, founder of the Hudson River School of art, lived and worked in Highland. • The abolitionist Frederick Douglass gave a speech in Highland in 1847, calling for the end of slavery. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park A 1.28-mile long elevated pedestrian bridge that spans the Hudson River, offering stunning views of the river, the Catskill Mountains, and the Hudson Valley. 2.Minnewaska State Park Preserve A 22,000-acre park with hiking trails, waterfalls, cliffs, and scenic overlooks. The park is known for its dramatic rock formations, including the Awosting Falls, Lake Minnewaska, and the Mossy Glen Trail. 3.Mohonk Mountain House A historic resort and conference center located on Lake Mohonk. The resort offers a variety of activities, including hiking, boating, swimming, and horseback riding. The property also features stunning views of the Shawangunk Mountains and Lake Mohonk. |
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