Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| General Climate Mastic, New York has a humid continental climate, characterized by warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 52.2°F (11.2°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 72.6°F (22.6°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 31.6°F (-0.3°C) • Record High Temperature 103°F (39.4°C) • Record Low Temperature -15°F (-26.1°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 46.8 inches (1189 mm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (Wettest Month) 4.7 inches (119 mm) in July • Average Monthly Precipitation (Driest Month) 2.8 inches (71 mm) in February • Average Number of Snowfall Days 16 • Average Annual Snowfall 24.8 inches (63 cm) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 70% • Average Summer Relative Humidity 75% • Average Winter Relative Humidity 65% Other Climate Features • Growing Season 220 days • Hardiness Zone 7a • Average Wind Speed 10 mph (16 km/h) • Average Number of Thunderstorms 15 per year • Average Number of Tornadoes 0 per year Climate Trends • Mastic has experienced a slight increase in average annual temperature over the past century. • The frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as heat waves and heavy precipitation, have also increased. • The growing season has lengthened by about 10 days since the 1950s. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Mastic is home to the Wertheim National Wildlife Refuge, a 2,400-acre sanctuary for diverse wildlife, including migratory birds, deer, and turtles. • The area's coastal waters are rich in marine life, including striped bass, flounder, and bluefish. Science • The Brookhaven National Laboratory, a renowned nuclear research facility, is located nearby. • Mastic is also home to the William Floyd Estate, a National Historic Landmark and former home of the signer of the Declaration of Independence. Personalities • William Floyd, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, lived in Mastic from 1774 until his death in 1821. • The area has been a popular summer destination for New York City residents since the late 19th century. • In the 1950s and 1960s, Mastic was a center for the development of the potato chip industry. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Fire Island National Seashore (nearby): A barrier island with pristine beaches, dunes, and maritime forests. Visitors can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, fishing, kayaking, and hiking. 2.Smith Point County Park (nearby): A beachfront park with a sandy beach, picnic areas, playgrounds, and a fishing pier. Visitors can also enjoy birdwatching and kayaking. 3.Mastic Beach (in Mastic): A small beach community with a sandy beach, a boardwalk, and a fishing pier. Visitors can also enjoy swimming, sunbathing, and fishing. |
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