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Retirement Living In Merrimack Valley - Massachusetts
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The Chamber serves 13 towns that surround the City of Haverhill, MA. Eight of our surrounding towns are in New Hampshire, and are somewhat rural, as are the 5 other towns we serve in Massachusetts. The area is largely middle/upper middle class, with the exception of the inner city area of Haverhill. There is plenty to do in the area. Haverhill alone has 6 golf courses, a ski area, 3 marinas, trains that connect from Boston, MA to Portland, ME, loads of trails, shopping, beaches (fresh and sea) and great restaurants.
Includes Cities/Towns: Haverhill, Methuen, North Andover.
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Haverhill boasts many recreational opportunities, year round. Celebrate spring while you improve your swing on one of Haverhill's four 18-hole golf courses. Dive into summer's cool waters or learn to sail at Lake Saltonstall. Hike trails along the Merrimack River on a crisp fall day as Nature dazzles you with red, orange, and yellow leaves against a clear blue New England sky. Schuss down the slopes on skis or snowboard under the bright winter sun at a local ski area.
Eight lakes and ponds attract fishermen during the warm months and become playgrounds for figure skaters and hockey players in the winter. Joggers and horseback riders explore miles of
beautiful trails at Winnekenni Basin and Recreational Area. Haverhill's strong sense of community spirit is clearly heard from the spectators at baseball, softball, soccer and football games played on the many well-manicured fields across the city.
Move indoors and you'll see people from throughout Greater Haverhill working out at Cedardale Health & Fitness, the largest indoor-outdoor athletic club in New England, perfecting "figure eights" at the roller and ice skating rinks or enjoying a championship game of bowling.
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
Major Symphony, Theater, Ballet and Concerts are in nearby Boston and Worcester, MA
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Commuter service from Boston, MA to Portland, ME
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts?
For those of you that retire in Merrimack Valley, you will enjoy warm summers, a cool fall, a cold winter and a temperate spring!
Winter temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 20's and highs in the upper 30's. Nights are cold with lows in the upper 10's. Expect some rainy days in the winter. Assume a few days of snow 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 Merrimack Valley such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. Spring temperatures are cold with averages in the upper 40's and highs in the upper 50's. Nights are cold with lows in the mid 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Merrimack Valley!
Summertime in Merrimack Valley 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 low 70's and highs in the low 80's. Nights are cool with lows in the upper 50's. Expect a few days above 90°. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect some rainy days in the summer.
If you retire in Merrimack Valley, 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 cool with averages in the low 50's and highs in the low 60's. Nights are cold with lows in the low 40's. Expect some rainy days in the fall.
Monthly Temperature Ranges
Month
Low
Avg
High
Jan
16
F°
25
F°
35
F°
Feb
19
F°
28
F°
38
F°
Mar
26
F°
36
F°
46
F°
Apr
36
F°
47
F°
58
F°
May
46
F°
57
F°
68
F°
Jun
55
F°
66
F°
77
F°
Jul
61
F°
72
F°
83
F°
Aug
60
F°
70
F°
81
F°
Sep
52
F°
62
F°
73
F°
Oct
40
F°
51
F°
62
F°
Nov
32
F°
41
F°
51
F°
Dec
22
F°
31
F°
40
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
29
3
Feb
0
26
1
Mar
0
23
0
Apr
0
9
0
May
1
1
0
Jun
2
0
0
Jul
4
0
0
Aug
3
0
0
Sep
1
0
0
Oct
0
5
0
Nov
0
16
0
Dec
0
26
0
Rain & Humidity
Month
Rainfall
Rainy Days
Humidity
Jan
4
"
11
15
%
Feb
4
"
9
17
%
Mar
5
"
11
23
%
Apr
4
"
11
33
%
May
4
"
13
44
%
Jun
4
"
12
55
%
Jul
4
"
10
61
%
Aug
4
"
9
60
%
Sep
4
"
9
53
%
Oct
4
"
10
41
%
Nov
4
"
11
32
%
Dec
4
"
11
21
%
Snow
Month
Snowfall
Snow On Ground Days
Snowy Days
Jan
17
"
21
7
Feb
11
"
19
5
Mar
12
"
13
4
Apr
2
"
1
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
2
"
2
1
Dec
11
"
12
4
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
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Merrimack Valley, MA
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Senior Assistance in
Merrimack Valley, MA
Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Merrimack Valley Offer For Retirees?
There are many, many volunteer opportunities to be had from all manner of organizations. There are also many service and part time jobs available in a variety of industries.
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