| Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
 | | Palenville, NY Climate Summary General Climate     •   Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature     •   Average Annual Temperature  48.2°F (9.0°C)     •   Average Summer Temperature (June-August)  70.1°F (21.2°C)     •   Average Winter Temperature (December-February)  26.4°F (-3.1°C)     •   Record High  101°F (38.3°C)     •   Record Low  -25°F (-31.7°C) Precipitation     •   Average Annual Precipitation  43.3 inches (1100 mm)     •   Average Snowfall  57.7 inches (146.6 cm)     •   Wettest Month  July (4.7 inches / 119.4 mm)     •   Driest Month  February (2.3 inches / 58.4 mm) Humidity     •   Average Annual Relative Humidity  73%     •   Summer Humidity  75-80%     •   Winter Humidity  65-70% Wind     •   Prevailing Wind Direction  West-northwest     •   Average Wind Speed  8.5 mph (13.7 km/h) Sunshine     •   Average Annual Sunshine  2,150 hours     •   Sunniest Month  July (250 hours)     •   Cloudiest Month  December (150 hours) Seasonal Characteristics     •   Spring (March-May)  Mild temperatures, increasing precipitation, and occasional snowfall.     •   Summer (June-August)  Warm and humid, with frequent thunderstorms.     •   Fall (September-November)  Cool and dry, with vibrant foliage.     •   Winter (December-February)  Cold and snowy, with occasional snowstorms and ice storms. Climate Change Impacts     •   Rising temperatures and increased precipitation intensity are projected for the future, leading to more frequent extreme weather events such as heat waves, droughts, and floods. | 
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 | Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
 Tourist Attractions| | Natural History     •   Palenville is nestled in the Catskill Mountains, renowned for their rugged terrain, cascading waterfalls, and diverse flora and fauna.     •   The area is home to the Kaaterskill Wild Forest, featuring the iconic Kaaterskill Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in New York State.     •   The Catskill Mountains are also rich in geological formations, including the Catskill Plateau, formed by uplifted layers of sedimentary rock. Science     •   Palenville was the site of an early 19th-century iron furnace, known as the Catskill Iron Works. The furnace played a significant role in the development of the iron industry in the region.     •   The area is home to the Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, a renowned research institution focusing on environmental science and the ecology of the Hudson River Valley. Personalities     •   Thomas Cole, a prominent Hudson River School artist, lived and worked in Palenville during the mid-19th century. His paintings often depicted the Catskill Mountains and their natural beauty.     •   John Burroughs, a naturalist and author, also resided in Palenville and wrote extensively about the Catskill region's flora and fauna. | 
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 Nearby Cities:| | 1.Kaaterskill Falls - A breathtaking waterfall located in the Catskill Mountains, just a short drive from Palenville. The falls are easily accessible via a short hike and offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forest. 2.North-South Lake Campground - A popular campground located in the Catskill Mountains, offering a variety of campsites for tents and RVs. The campground is situated on the shores of North and South Lakes, providing opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. 3.Palenville Mountain Resort - A ski resort located in the Catskill Mountains, just a few minutes from Palenville. The resort offers a variety of ski trails for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, as well as snow tubing and other winter activities. | 
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