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Retirement Living In Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region - New Hampshire


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Area Description

Small local communities with access to major highways and conveniences, Shopping and Airports.
These small towns are a short drive from the three major cities in NH, Concord, Manchester and Nashua. There are ample places to enjoy new restaurants, shopping, and quaint New England charm. Mount Mondadnock, the second most climbed mountainn in the world, is located in Jaffrey and is a beautiful focal point of the Monadnock Region.

The seasons are beautiful all year round in this region. Explore the covered bridges, beautiful farms and valleys, and beautiful New England scenery of the Souhegan Valley.

Includes Cities/Towns: Amherst, Brookline, Greenville, Hancock, Hollis, Merrimack, Milford, Mont Vernon, Nashua, New Ipswich, Peterborough, Wilton.

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Area Amenities

Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
   NH, specifically the Souhegan Valley area is located one hour to the lakes, one hour to the ocean, one hour to the mountains, and located less than one hour to three major cities. Great place to live with many activities indoors and outdoors.

Cultural Activities
Milford Area Players and Peterborough Players are two of a few live play performances available. Summer time has endless outdoor free concerts, Fall brings pumpkin festivals and NH Open Door society for local artisans.

Public transportation
Local taxis, bus and senior citizen transportation are all available. Manchester Airport is a great international airport with a small town feel.

Medical Facilities


Best medical facilities in the world are located in New England. Many within an hour to the Souhegan Valley.


What Will The Climate And Weather Be Like If I Retire In Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region, New Hampshire?

For those of you that retire in Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region, 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 Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region such as a movie, a visit to a museum, dining, nightlife or some shopping. 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 mid 30's. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Spring, great for a day of shopping in Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region!

Summertime in Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region 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 upper 50's. Humidity may feel "sticky" with muggy evenings. Expect a lot of rainy days in the Summer.

If you retire in Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region, 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  12 F°  22 F°  32 F°
 Feb  14 F°  25 F°  36 F°
 Mar  23 F°  33 F°  44 F°
 Apr  34 F°  45 F°  57 F°
 May  44 F°  56 F°  68 F°
 Jun  54 F°  65 F°  76 F°
 Jul  59 F°  70 F°  81 F°
 Aug  57 F°  69 F°  80 F°
 Sep  49 F°  60 F°  72 F°
 Oct  37 F°  49 F°  60 F°
 Nov  29 F°  39 F°  49 F°
 Dec  19 F°  28 F°  37 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  2
 Mar  0  27  0
 Apr  0  12  0
 May  0  1  0
 Jun  1  0  0
 Jul  3  0  0
 Aug  2  0  0
 Sep  0  0  0
 Oct  0  9  0
 Nov  0  20  0
 Dec  0  29  1

Rain & Humidity

 Month  Rainfall  Rainy Days  Humidity
 Jan  3 "  10  14 %
 Feb  3 "  9  15 %
 Mar  4 "  11  22 %
 Apr  4 "  11  31 %
 May  4 "  12  43 %
 Jun  4 "  12  54 %
 Jul  4 "  10  60 %
 Aug  4 "  10  59 %
 Sep  4 "  9  52 %
 Oct  5 "  10  40 %
 Nov  4 "  11  30 %
 Dec  4 "  10  20 %

Snow

 Month  Snowfall  Snow On Ground Days  Snowy Days
 Jan  18 "  24  7
 Feb  14 "  23  6
 Mar  13 "  17  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  1
 Dec  13 "  16  5


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Cost of Living for Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region, NH

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Senior Assistance in Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region, NH

Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region, New Hampshire offers the following assistance for seniors:

What Job or Volunteer Opportunities Does Souhegan Valley, Gateway to the Monadnock Region Offer For Retirees?

Meals on Wheels
Local Animal Shelters
Homeless Shelters
Libraries
Town Government Committees
Educational opportunities for voluteers (ie., reading in the elementary schools)
Seniors Helping Seniors
Visiting Angels

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