Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
Mariners Harbor, NY Climate Summary Location Staten Island, New York City Climate Zone Humid subtropical (Cfa) Average Annual Temperature 54.6°F (12.6°C) Average Annual Precipitation 45.7 inches (1160 mm) Average Annual Snowfall 24.5 inches (62 cm) Monthly Climate Data | Month | Avg. High (°F) | Avg. Low (°F) | Avg. Precipitation (in) | |---|---|---|---| | January | 38.4 | 25.3 | 3.3 | | February | 41.3 | 27.7 | 3.1 | | March | 49.2 | 33.5 | 3.9 | | April | 60.6 | 42.1 | 4.1 | | May | 71.1 | 52.1 | 4.1 | | June | 80.6 | 61.7 | 4.0 | | July | 86.1 | 68.1 | 4.5 | | August | 84.8 | 67.3 | 4.2 | | September | 78.5 | 60.4 | 3.7 | | October | 67.4 | 49.5 | 3.6 | | November | 54.3 | 39.7 | 3.7 | | December | 43.0 | 30.4 | 3.6 | Climate Characteristics • Mild winters Temperatures rarely drop below freezing, and snowfall is generally light. • Warm, humid summers Temperatures often reach into the 80s and 90s, with high humidity levels. • Moderate precipitation Rainfall is distributed fairly evenly throughout the year, with occasional heavy downpours. • Coastal influence Mariners Harbor is located near the Atlantic Ocean, which moderates temperatures and brings occasional coastal storms. • Urban heat island effect As part of New York City, Mariners Harbor experiences slightly higher temperatures than surrounding rural areas. Additional Information • The hottest month is July, with an average high of 86.1°F. • The coldest month is January, with an average low of 25.3°F. • The wettest month is July, with an average of 4.5 inches of precipitation. • The driest month is February, with an average of 3.1 inches of precipitation. • Mariners Harbor is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 7a, indicating a relatively mild climate. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
Natural History • Mariners Harbor is home to the Staten Island Bluebelt, a 2,800-acre network of natural areas, including wetlands, forests, and grasslands. • The area was once a salt marsh, providing habitat for diverse marine life. Science • The Staten Island Museum's Center for Environmental Education is located in Mariners Harbor. • The museum conducts research and educational programs on the local ecosystem and environmental issues. Personalities • John Burroughs, a renowned naturalist and writer, lived in Mariners Harbor from 1874 to 1881. His observations of the local flora and fauna inspired many of his works. • John Muir, the \ |
| Tourist Attractions
1.Staten Island Ferry (Free) - A 25-minute ferry ride from Manhattan, offering stunning views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Manhattan skyline. 2.Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden (Admission fee) - A 83-acre waterfront campus with historic buildings, art galleries, a botanical garden, and performance spaces. 3.Conference House Park (Free) - A 240-acre park on the waterfront, featuring a historic mansion where the first peace conference of the American Revolution was held. |
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