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CLIMATE REPORT

Climate of Brooklyn Heights, United_States

Brooklyn Heights, United_States: It has a Temperate, no dry season, hot summer Köppen climate classification, an annual mean temperature of 12.9°C, and annual precipitation of 1,218 mm, with a temperature trend of +0.34°C per decade.

12.9°CAnnual mean temperature
1,218 mmAnnual precipitation
+0.34°CTrend per decade
Temperate, no dry season, hot summerKöppen climate

Monthly climate profile

Climatogram for Brooklyn Heights showing monthly temperature and precipitation

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Detailed climate analysis

Complete statistical analysis of historical climate data with detailed comparison

Climate Classification: Cfa: Temperate, no dry season, hot summer

Köppen–Geiger classification system

Climatogram
Combined temperature (°C) and precipitation (mm) monthly averages.
12.9°C
Average Temperature
Annual average 1991–2020
1218 mm
Annual Precipitation
Average 1991–2020
+0.34°C
Temperature Trend
Per decade (1970–2024)
24.8°C
Thermal Amplitude
Annual variation

GENERAL INFORMATION

Geographic Location
Analysis Details
Location Brooklyn Heights (Longitude: -73.99375, Latitude: 40.69538)
Analysis Period 1970 - 2024
Climate Normals 1991-2020 (WMO)
Reference Period 1991-2020 (WMO)
Generation Date 2025-10-23 at 03:54
Data Source WorldClim/CRU TS v4.09
Analysis Context

This comprehensive climate analysis of Brooklyn Heights covers a period of 54 years (1970-2024), allowing identification of long-term climate trends and seasonal variations characteristic of this region. The analysis follows World Meteorological Organization (WMO) standards for climate normals and reference periods.

CLIMATE STATISTICS 1970-2024

Thermal Parameters
Annual average temperature 12.6 °C
Average minimum temperature 8.1 °C
Average maximum temperature 17.2 °C
Annual thermal amplitude 24.8 °C
Warmest month Jul (25.0°C)
Coldest month Jan (0.2°C)
Precipitation Parameters
Average annual precipitation 1224 mm
Average monthly precipitation 102.0 mm
Wettest month Jul (118.3 mm)
Driest month Feb (78.8 mm)
Temperature trend +0.34°C per decade
Precipitation trend +22.5 mm per decade
Temperature Trend
Temperature Trend
Precipitation Trend
Precipitation Trend
TEMPERATURE TREND SIGNIFICANCE

Trend: +0.344°C/decade
R²: 0.492
Period: 1970-2024

PRECIPITATION TREND SIGNIFICANCE

Trend: +22.5 mm/decade
R²: 0.044
Period: 1970-2024

Statistical Interpretation

The data reveal a climate characterized by an annual average temperature of 12.6°C with a thermal amplitude of 24.8°C between the warmest and coldest months. The precipitation regime shows an annual average of 1224 mm, with marked seasonal variations between Jul (118.3 mm) and Feb (78.8 mm). The temperature trend shows significant warming at a rate of +0.34°C per decade.

RECENT ANOMALY DETECTION

COMPARISON METHODOLOGY

To identify recent climate anomalies, the recent period (2001-2024) is compared with the standard reference period (1991-2020). This approach, following WMO guidelines, highlights deviations from historical norms and helps detect early signals of climate change.

REFERENCE PERIOD
1991-2020

Standard WMO climate reference

RECENT PERIOD
2001-2024

Current climate trend analysis

Comparative Table of Climate Parameters
Parameter Reference Period (1991-2020) Recent Period (2001-2024) Anomaly Change (%)
Temperature Min (°C) 8.28 8.63 +0.35 +4.2%
Temperature Max (°C) 17.42 17.72 +0.30 +1.7%
Average Temperature (°C) 12.85 13.18 +0.32 +2.5%
Precipitation (mm) 1218.2 1275.2 +57.1 +4.7%
Average Temperature Comparison
Average Temperature Comparison
Precipitation Comparison
Precipitation Comparison
Temperature Anomalies
Temperature Anomalies
Temporal Evolution of Temperature
Temporal Evolution
Results Analysis

The comparison between the two periods reveals the following climate trends:

THERMAL EVOLUTION

The average temperature increased by +0.32°C (+2.5%) between 1991-2020 and 2001-2024.

PRECIPITATION TREND

Annual precipitation increased by +57.1 mm (+4.7%).

GENERALIZED WARMING

Minimum temperatures increased by +0.35°C and maximum temperatures by +0.30°C, indicating generalized warming affecting the entire thermal regime.

These results confirm the global warming trend observed worldwide, with potential implications for local ecosystems and human activities. The analysis follows WMO standards for climate change detection.

CLIMATE CHARACTERISTICS 1991-2020

Monthly Climate Averages (1991-2020 Normals)
Month Tmin (°C) Tmax (°C) Tmean (°C) Precip (mm)
Jan -3.6 4.1 0.2 87.2
Feb -2.9 5.5 1.3 78.8
Mar 0.9 10.0 5.4 109.2
Apr 5.9 16.2 11.0 105.0
May 11.7 21.9 16.8 104.5
Jun 16.8 26.7 21.8 99.2
Jul 20.2 29.8 25.0 118.3
Aug 19.5 28.9 24.2 115.8
Sep 15.5 25.1 20.3 102.3
Oct 9.4 18.7 14.0 101.4
Nov 4.2 12.8 8.5 97.6
Dec -0.6 7.1 3.3 104.4
Seasonal Statistics
Season Avg Temp (°C) Total Precip (mm) Avg Precip (mm)
Winter 1.6 14874 90.2
Spring 11.1 17533 106.3
Summer 23.6 18331 111.1
Autumn 14.3 16575 100.5
Monthly Temperature Boxplot
Monthly Temperature Boxplot
Monthly Precipitation Boxplot
Monthly Precipitation Boxplot
Seasonal Characteristics Analysis

The climate of Brooklyn Heights shows marked seasonality with significant differences between seasons. Summer is characterized by average temperatures of 23.6°C, while winter records averages of 1.6°C. Precipitation distribution shows summer concentration, with a total of 18331 mm in summer compared to 14874 mm in winter.

CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATIONS

CLIMATE REPORT SUMMARY - BROOKLYN HEIGHTS

This report presents a comprehensive analysis of climate data from Brooklyn Heights over the period 1970-2024, following international climatological standards (WMO, IPCC).

1. MAIN CLIMATE CHARACTERISTICS:
  • Climate Type: Cfa: Temperate, no dry season, hot summer (Köppen-Geiger classification)
  • Annual average temperature: 12.6°C
  • Average annual precipitation: 1224 mm
  • Thermal amplitude: 24.8°C
  • Seasonal regime: Marked with significant differences between seasons
2. OBSERVED TRENDS (1970-2024):
  • Warming trend: +0.34°C per decade (R² = 0.492)
  • Precipitation evolution: +22.5 mm per decade (R² = 0.044)
  • Statistical significance: High for temperature trends
3. PERIOD COMPARISON (1991-2020 vs 2001-2024):
  • Temperature increase: +0.32°C (+2.5%)
  • Increase in precipitation: +57.1 mm (+4.7%)
  • More pronounced warming of minimum temperatures: +0.35°C
  • Consistent with global climate change patterns
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Agricultural adaptation: Monitor temperature evolution for local agriculture and adapt farming practices to new climate conditions.
Risk management: Strengthen alert systems for extreme events (heat waves, droughts, intense precipitation).
Water resources: Adapt water resource management to evolving precipitation patterns.
Continuous monitoring: Continue climate monitoring to detect emerging trends and refine projections.
STANDARDS COMPLIANCE

This report complies with World Meteorological Organization (WMO) standards for climate normals (1991-2020) and reference periods. Methodology follows IPCC guidelines for climate trend analysis and anomaly detection.

This report was automatically generated on 2025-10-23 at 03:54 from WorldClim/CRU TS data via GeoServer. Conforms to WMO/IPCC climatological standards.

Data and interpretation

This report uses long-term climate data to describe average conditions and observed trends. It represents a climate estimate for the geographic location, rather than a local weather forecast or a direct replacement for station observations.

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