Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
North Boston, NY Climate Summary • Köppen Climate Classification Humid continental (Dfb) • Average Annual Temperature 43.5°F (6.4°C) • Average Annual Precipitation 39.3 inches (998 mm) • Average Annual Snowfall 56.6 inches (144 cm) Seasonal Climate • Spring (March-May) Mild temperatures, with average highs in the low 60s°F (16°C) and lows in the upper 30s°F (4°C). Precipitation is moderate, with an average of 3.5 inches (89 mm) per month. • Summer (June-August) Warm and humid, with average highs in the mid 70s°F (24°C) and lows in the upper 50s°F (14°C). Precipitation is slightly higher than in spring, with an average of 3.7 inches (94 mm) per month. • Fall (September-November) Cool and dry, with average highs in the low 60s°F (16°C) and lows in the mid 30s°F (1°C). Precipitation decreases to an average of 3.2 inches (81 mm) per month. • Winter (December-February) Cold and snowy, with average highs in the upper 20s°F (-2°C) and lows in the low teens°F (-11°C). Precipitation is mainly in the form of snow, with an average of 5.7 inches (145 mm) per month. Extreme Weather • Record High Temperature 97°F (36°C) • Record Low Temperature -26°F (-32°C) • Average Number of Days with Thunderstorms 10 • Average Number of Days with Hail 1 • Average Number of Days with Fog 100 Climate Trends • Rising Temperatures Average annual temperatures have increased by about 1.5°F (0.8°C) since 1970. • Increased Precipitation Annual precipitation has increased by about 5 inches (127 mm) since 1970. • More Extreme Weather The frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, and heavy rainfall, have increased in recent decades. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
Natural History • North Boston is home to the Boston Hills Wildlife Management Area, a 3,300-acre preserve with diverse habitats, including forests, wetlands, and grasslands. • The area is a haven for wildlife, including black bears, white-tailed deer, turkeys, and various bird species. • The Boston Hills are part of the Allegheny Plateau, a region known for its unique geology and topography. Science • The Boston Hills are a popular destination for geologists and paleontologists, as they contain fossils from the Devonian period, approximately 360 million years ago. • The area is also home to the Boston Hills Research Station, a field station operated by the University at Buffalo. • Scientists at the research station conduct studies on ecology, wildlife management, and environmental science. Personalities Thomas Jefferson Cram:A 19th-century inventor and entrepreneur who founded the Boston Car Wheel Company, a major manufacturer of railroad wheels. John Burroughs:A renowned naturalist and writer who spent time in the Boston Hills and wrote about the area's natural beauty. Helen Hunt Jackson:A 19th-century author and activist who wrote about the plight of Native Americans and spent time in the Boston Hills seeking inspiration. |
| Tourist Attractions
1.Penn Dixie Fossil Park and Nature Reserve (Blasdell): A unique park that features a working fossil quarry where visitors can excavate their own fossils. It also has hiking trails, a nature center, and a museum. 2.Boston Hills Ski Area (Boston): A popular ski resort with 25 trails, a terrain park, and a snow tubing hill. It also offers cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. 3.Woodlawn Beach State Park (Blasdell): A scenic park on the shores of Lake Erie with a sandy beach, a swimming area, and a playground. It also has picnic areas, hiking trails, and a fishing pier. |
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