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Block Island's weather is influenced by the surrounding ocean and prevailing winds that generally blow offshore. Since the climate is oceanic, the ocean stays cold during the spring and summer months, and Block Island stays cooler than mainland Rhode Island during this period. In the fall and winter months, the ocean remains relatively warm, and Block Island stays warmer than the mainland. Summers are also cooler than the mainland; July and August average in the mid-and upper 70s instead of the low and mid-80s of New York and southern New England. Year round, there are approximately 1,000 residents on the island, but in the summertime there can be up to 20,000 visitors on a given day. The island has 32 miles of trails, is traversed by some 400 man-made stone walls, and is interspersed with 365 fresh water ponds, one for every day of the year. Due to the fact that 43% of the island is preserved - which is of major importance to Islanders - kayaking in the ponds is a relaxing activity for visitors.  http://www.blockislandinfo.com/island-information/new-shoreham-town