Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Red Oaks Mill, NY Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 48.5°F (9.2°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 72.5°F (22.5°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 27.5°F (-2.5°C) • Record High Temperature 100°F (37.8°C) • Record Low Temperature -24°F (-31.1°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 41.5 inches (1054 mm) • Average Snowfall 56.6 inches (1438 mm) • Wettest Month July (4.6 inches) • Driest Month February (2.3 inches) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 72% • High Humidity Months July and August (80%) • Low Humidity Months January and February (65%) Wind • Average Wind Speed 9.2 mph (14.8 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Other Climate Features • Growing Season 160-180 days • Hardiness Zone 6a • Average Number of Thunderstorm Days 12 • Average Number of Foggy Days 40 Climate Trends • Over the past few decades, Red Oaks Mill has experienced a slight increase in average annual temperature and precipitation. • The number of extreme weather events, such as heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorms, has also increased. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Red Oaks Mill was once a thriving mill town powered by the Wappinger Creek. • The surrounding area is home to a diverse ecosystem, including deciduous forests, wetlands, and the Hudson River. • The millpond is a popular spot for fishing, with largemouth bass, bluegill, and chain pickerel being common catches. Science • The mill was a key player in the development of the textile industry in the United States. • In the early 1900s, the mill was a major producer of rayon, a synthetic fiber. • Today, the mill is home to a hydroelectric plant that generates renewable energy for the local community. Personalities • John Jacob Astor, a wealthy merchant and fur trader, owned the mill in the early 1800s. • Samuel Slater, the \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Red Oaks Mill is a historic grist mill located in the town of Red Oaks Mill, New York. The mill was built in 1825 and is one of the oldest surviving mills in the state. The mill is open to the public for tours and offers a variety of educational programs. 2.Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area is a 150-mile stretch of the Hudson River that is home to a variety of historic, cultural, and natural resources. The area includes the Catskill Mountains, the Taconic Mountains, and the Hudson River Valley. The area is a popular destination for hiking, biking, fishing, and boating. 3.Walkway Over the Hudson is a pedestrian bridge that spans the Hudson River between the cities of Poughkeepsie and Highland, New York. The bridge is 1.28 miles long and is the longest pedestrian bridge in the world. The bridge offers stunning views of the Hudson River and the surrounding area. |
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