Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Location Oakdale, New York, United States Climate Zone Humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification: Cfa) Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 52.6°F (11.4°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 72.2°F (22.3°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 31.8°F (-0.1°C) • Record High Temperature 102°F (38.9°C) • Record Low Temperature -15°F (-26.1°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 45.2 inches (1148 mm) • Average Monthly Precipitation 3.7 inches (94 mm) • Average Number of Rainy Days 125 days per year • Average Snowfall 24.9 inches (63.2 cm) per year Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 72% • Average Summer Relative Humidity 75% • Average Winter Relative Humidity 68% Wind • Average Wind Speed 10.2 mph (16.4 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine Hours 2,600 hours per year • Average Daily Sunshine Hours 7.1 hours per day Other Climate Features • Growing Season 200-220 days • Hardiness Zone 6b • Tornado Risk Low • Hurricane Risk Moderate • Coastal Flooding Risk Moderate |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Oakdale is home to the Connetquot River Preserve, a 3,475-acre natural area known for its diverse flora and fauna. • The preserve includes the Connetquot River, which is designated as a Wild and Scenic River by the National Park Service. • The area is a haven for birdwatchers, with over 200 species observed, including bald eagles and osprey. Science • Oakdale is the site of the Brookhaven National Laboratory, one of the world's leading research institutions in nuclear and particle physics. • The lab is home to the Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider (RHIC), a particle accelerator used to study the fundamental building blocks of matter. • Oakdale is also a hub for marine science research, with several organizations conducting studies in the nearby waters of Long Island Sound. Personalities William Floyd:A signer of the Declaration of Independence, Floyd lived in Oakdale from 1799 until his death in 1821. His home, known as the William Floyd Estate, is now a historic site. Walt Whitman:The renowned poet and author visited Oakdale in the 1850s and was inspired by the natural beauty of the area. John Burroughs:A naturalist and writer, Burroughs lived in Oakdale for a time and wrote extensively about the local flora and fauna. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Vanderbilt Museum - A historic mansion and museum with exhibits on art, history, and science. 2.Fire Island National Seashore - A barrier island with beaches, dunes, and maritime forests. 3.Connetquot River State Park Preserve - A park with hiking trails, a lake, and a historic mill. |
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