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Retirement Living In Sullivan County Catskills - New York


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Area Description

From our earliest visitors and historic settlers to our newest investors and residents, Sullivan County was, and continues to be, recognized as a perfect place to live, work, play and raise a family. With a desirable location, highly educated work force, nationally recognized schools and pro-business environment, Sullivan County has it all.

Includes Cities/Towns: Barryville, Bethel, Bloomingburg, Callicoon, Callicoon Center, Claryville, Cochecton, Cochecton Center, Fallsburg, Ferndale, Forestburgh, Fremont Center, Glen Spey, Glen Wild, Grahamsville, Hankins, Harris, Highland Lake, Hortonville, Huguenot, Hurleyville, Jeffersonville, Kauneonga Lake, Kenoza Lake, Kiamesha Lake, Lake Huntington, Liberty, Livingston Manor, Loch Sheldrake, Long Eddy, Mongaup Valley, Monticello, Rock Hill, Swan Lake, Westbrookville, White Lake, White Sulphur Springs, Woodbourne, Woodridge, Wurtsboro, Youngsville, Yulan.

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Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness


    The Sullivan Catskills is full of soft adventure from Rafting and kayaking down the Delaware River to fly fishing in the world famous Beaverkill and Willowemoc Rivers. Hiking in the Catskill Park or Bashakill Wildlife Area. Golf at some of the finest courses or just relax and enjoy the rural setting while enjoying the many farm markets.

Cultural Activities


The Sullivan Catskills offers one of the premier music venue at the original '69 Woodstock Festival now the Bethel Woods Center for the Arts and Museum. There is also the Forestburgh Playhouse, offering a schedule of Broadway performances and the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance with arts and cultural events and venues. Soon to be added is the Montreign/Adelaar Casino Resort and Waterpark as well as Veria Z living Wellness Spa. There are quaint villages and hamlets for a different shopping and dining experience and local food and craft beverages.

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Medical Facilities


Crystal Run Health Care is a full service provider connected to major hospitals in the Sullivan area and Hudson Valley.

Catskill Regional Hospital offers the latest in health care with several branches throughout the County and connections to other providers.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Sullivan County Catskills, New York?

For those of you that retire in Sullivan County Catskills, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!

Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 20's and highs in the mid 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 10's. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume some snowy days in the Winter with a lot of days with snow remaining on the ground so you can enjoy some winter skiing!

If the weather in the spring is too cold for the outdoors, enjoy some indoor activities in Sullivan County Catskills such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining or nightlife. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the mid 40's and highs in the mid 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring.

Summertime in Sullivan County Catskills is a great time to enjoy your retirement with a day at the lake, an outdoor concert, a local festival or other outdoor activity! Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the upper 60's and highs in the upper 70's. Nights are cool with lows in the mid 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

If you retire in Sullivan County Catskills, you can look forward to fall weather activities such as biking on a bike path, hiking, enjoying a walking path and more! Fall temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 30's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.

Monthly Temperature Ranges

 Month  Low  Avg  High
 Jan  14 F°  23 F°  32 F°
 Feb  14 F°  25 F°  35 F°
 Mar  22 F°  33 F°  44 F°
 Apr  33 F°  45 F°  57 F°
 May  44 F°  56 F°  68 F°
 Jun  54 F°  65 F°  76 F°
 Jul  58 F°  69 F°  80 F°
 Aug  57 F°  68 F°  79 F°
 Sep  49 F°  60 F°  71 F°
 Oct  38 F°  49 F°  60 F°
 Nov  29 F°  39 F°  48 F°
 Dec  20 F°  28 F°  36 F°

Monthly Average # of Hot and Cold Days

 Month  Days Greater Than 90 F°  Days Less Than 32 F°  Days Less Than 0 F°
 Jan  0  30  4
 Feb  0  27  1
 Mar  0  26  0
 Apr  0  14  0
 May  0  1  0
 Jun  0  0  0
 Jul  2  0  0
 Aug  1  0  0
 Sep  0  0  0
 Oct  0  7  0
 Nov  0  20  0
 Dec  0  29  1

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  3 "  11  15 %
 Feb  3 "  9  16 %
 Mar  4 "  11  22 %
 Apr  4 "  12  32 %
 May  5 "  13  43 %
 Jun  5 "  12  54 %
 Jul  4 "  11  58 %
 Aug  4 "  11  58 %
 Sep  5 "  10  52 %
 Oct  5 "  10  39 %
 Nov  4 "  11  30 %
 Dec  4 "  11  20 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  17 "  25  7
 Feb  13 "  22  6
 Mar  12 "  15  5
 Apr  3 "  2  1
 May  0 "  0  0
 Jun  0 "  0  0
 Jul  0 "  0  0
 Aug  0 "  0  0
 Sep  0 "  0  0
 Oct  0 "  0  0
 Nov  3 "  3  2
 Dec  13 "  15  6


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Cost of Living for Sullivan County Catskills, NY

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Senior Assistance in Sullivan County Catskills, NY

Sullivan County Catskills, New York offers the following assistance for seniors:

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Sullivan County Catskills Offer For Retirees?

Sullivan Renaissance, Catskill Regional Medical Center, Boys & Girls Club, YMCA, Rotary, Elks, Masonic Lodge,

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