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Fire Island National Seashore
Weather
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Fire Island National Seashore's weather can vary widely between the island and the mainland of Long Island. Historically, seasonal temperatures have ranged from below zero during December, January, February, and March to over 100º in August. Average temperatures in this maritime climate are much more moderate, however.
The fall and winter months along the coast are relatively cool and dry, with brief periods of rain. Spring along the coast can be cool and windy. Summers on Fire Island are typically warm and humid.
Annual precipitation averages 38.9" with the distribution being relatively consistent throughout the year.
The is from June 1 through November 30, with most major storms occurring during the late summer or early fall.
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is one of the critical natural resource issues that concerns the National Park Service.
At Fire Island National Seashore, the major repercussion of changing temperatures lies in sea-level rise. The National Park Service and the United States Geological Survey are currently developing (CVI) maps for coastal parks to identify coastal areas sensitive to sea-level rise.
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For More Information
You can learn more about weather changes or "global warming" from the U. S. Environmental protection Agency's web site on .
- provides links to a variety of educational activities (EPA)
- USGS
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![Puffy white clouds in deep blue sky. Puffy white clouds in deep blue sky.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090513135958im_/http://www.nps.gov/ner/customcf/apps/CMS_HandF/Pictures/FIIS_Clouds_65.jpg) Check Today's Forecast Link to local weather and tides. more... | | ![Collage of four seasonal views of Fire Island. Collage of four seasonal views of Fire Island.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090513135958im_/http://www.nps.gov/ner/customcf/apps/CMS_HandF/Pictures/FIIS_Seasons_65.jpg) Enjoy Each Season Most people visit Fire Island during the summer, but each season has its own allure. more... | |
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![Lifeguard stand and rescue buoys are stationed on the beach. Lifeguard stand and rescue buoys are stationed on the beach.](https://webarchive.library.unt.edu/eot2008/20090513135958im_/http://www.nps.gov/ner/customcf/apps/CMS_HandF/Pictures/FIIS_97fjeg2v_SH-Lifeguards-On-Stand_DYK.jpg) |
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Did You Know?
Lifeguarded beaches are provided at Fire Island National Seashore during the summer at Watch Hill and Sailors Haven.
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Last Updated: May 06, 2008 at 17:35 EST |