Climate Summary
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| Many Farms, AZ Climate Summary Temperature • Average annual temperature: 51.6°F (10.9°C)
• Average summer temperature: 70.2°F (21.2°C)
• Average winter temperature: 33.0°F (0.6°C)
• Record high temperature: 112°F (44.4°C)
• Record low temperature: -30°F (-34.4°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 6.92 inches (175.8 mm)
• Average number of rainy days: 38
• Average snowfall: 10.2 inches (25.9 cm)
• Record 24-hour precipitation: 2.10 inches (53.3 mm) Humidity • Average annual relative humidity: 55%
• Average summer relative humidity: 50%
• Average winter relative humidity: 60% Wind • Average annual wind speed: 10.0 mph (16.1 km/h)
• Average summer wind speed: 11.0 mph (17.7 km/h)
• Average winter wind speed: 9.0 mph (14.5 km/h) Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 280 days
• Average summer sunshine: 300 days
• Average winter sunshine: 260 days Climate Type • Many Farms, AZ has a semi-arid climate, with hot summers and cold winters. The area is characterized by low humidity and a large diurnal temperature range. Climate Change • The climate of Many Farms, AZ is changing. The average annual temperature has increased by 1.8°F (1.0°C) since 1895. The average annual precipitation has decreased by 0.5 inches (12.7 mm) since 1895. The number of days with extreme heat has increased since 1895. The number of days with extreme cold has decreased since 1895. Impacts of Climate Change • The changing climate is having a number of impacts on Many Farms, AZ. These impacts include:
• Increased risk of heat-related illnesses
• Increased risk of wildfires
• Decreased water availability
• Changes in agricultural yields
• Changes in plant and animal life Adaptation and Mitigation • The community of Many Farms, AZ is taking steps to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change. These steps include:
• Developing heat-resistant crops
• Planting trees to provide shade and reduce heat island effects
• Investing in water conservation measures
• Reducing greenhouse gas emissions |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Many Farms is located in the Navajo Nation, home to diverse flora and fauna. • The area boasts canyons, mesas, and the Chinle Formation, a geological treasure with fossilized dinosaur bones. • The Many Farms Lake, created by the Many Farms Dam, provides habitat for waterfowl and fish. Science • The Navajo Agricultural Products Industry (NAPI) was established in Many Farms in 1968. • NAPI is a Native American-owned food processing company that produces beans, corn, and other agricultural products. • The Many Farms High School has a strong science program, with students participating in national science fairs. Personalities • John Wesley Powell, explorer and geologist, led expeditions through the area in the 1860s and 1870s. • Lorenzo Hubbell, a trader and rancher, established the Hubbell Trading Post in the late 19th century. • Mary Katherine Wall, a Navajo artist, grew up in Many Farms and is known for her paintings and textiles. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Canyon de Chelly National Monument (24 miles away): A stunning canyon system with sheer cliffs, ancient ruins, and Navajo history. 2.Hubbell Trading Post National Historic Site (15 miles away): A historic trading post that offers a glimpse into Navajo culture and history. 3.Monument Valley National Park (50 miles away): An iconic landscape with towering sandstone buttes and mesas, made famous by Western movies. |
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