Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
Wykagyl, NY Climate Summary Location Westchester County, New York Climate Zone Humid subtropical (Cfa) Average Annual Temperature 52.7°F (11.5°C) Average Annual Precipitation 46.0 inches (1168 mm) Average Annual Snowfall 25.8 inches (65.5 cm) Seasonal Climate Spring (March-May) • Average temperature: 44.6-62.8°F (7-17°C) • Average precipitation: 10.2 inches (259 mm)
Summer (June-August) • Average temperature: 68.4-80.6°F (20.2-27°C) • Average precipitation: 11.4 inches (290 mm)
Fall (September-November) • Average temperature: 54.5-66.2°F (12.5-19°C) • Average precipitation: 10.6 inches (269 mm)
Winter (December-February) • Average temperature: 28.1-40.8°F (-2.2-4.9°C) • Average precipitation: 13.8 inches (351 mm)
Climate Extremes • Highest recorded temperature: 102°F (38.9°C) • Lowest recorded temperature: -12°F (-24.4°C) Other Climate Characteristics • Humidity High year-round, especially during summer • Wind Prevailing winds from the west and southwest • Sunshine Average 2,500 hours of sunshine per year • Growing Season Approximately 200 days Climate Change Impacts • Rising temperatures and increased frequency of extreme heat events • Changes in precipitation patterns, including more intense storms and flooding • Sea level rise and coastal erosion (Wykagyl is located on the coast of Long Island Sound) |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
Natural History • Wykagyl is home to the Wykagyl Country Club, a renowned golf course designed by renowned architect A.W. Tillinghast. • The area boasts a diverse ecosystem, including the Hutchinson River, which supports a variety of aquatic life. • The nearby Marshlands Conservancy protects over 1,000 acres of salt marshes, freshwater wetlands, and upland forests. Science • Wykagyl was the site of the first successful demonstration of a radio-controlled airplane in 1910 by John Hays Hammond Jr. • The Hammond Research Corporation, founded by Hammond, conducted pioneering research in radio and radar technology in Wykagyl. Personalities • John Hays Hammond Jr. (1888-1965), inventor and engineer, resided in Wykagyl and established his research laboratory there. • William Henry Vanderbilt (1821-1885), railroad magnate, owned a summer estate in Wykagyl known as \ |
| Tourist Attractions
1.Wave Hill is a public garden and cultural center located in the Riverdale neighborhood of the Bronx, New York City. It is situated on 28 acres (11 ha) of land overlooking the Hudson River, and offers stunning views of the Palisades and the George Washington Bridge. Wave Hill features a variety of gardens, including a rose garden, a perennial garden, and a woodland garden. It also has a greenhouse, a library, and a café. 2.The Bronx Zoo is one of the largest and most comprehensive zoos in the world. It is home to over 4,000 animals from around the globe, including lions, tigers, elephants, gorillas, and penguins. The zoo also has a variety of exhibits, including a rainforest, a desert, and a polar bear exhibit. 3.The New York Botanical Garden is a botanical garden located in the Bronx, New York City. It is one of the largest botanical gardens in the world, and features a variety of plants and flowers from around the globe. The garden also has a number of exhibits, including a rose garden, a Japanese garden, and a tropical rainforest exhibit. |
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