Climate Summary
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| Dixmoor, Illinois Climate Summary General Climate • Dixmoor, Illinois has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
• The average annual temperature is 50.8°F (10.4°C).
• The average annual precipitation is 36.8 inches (935 mm). Summer • The average summer temperature is 75.2°F (24°C).
• The average high temperature in July is 85.6°F (29.8°C).
• The average low temperature in July is 64.8°F (18.2°C).
• The average precipitation in July is 3.6 inches (91 mm). Winter • The average winter temperature is 26.6°F (-3°C).
• The average high temperature in January is 32.5°F (0.3°C).
• The average low temperature in January is 19.7°F (-6.8°C).
• The average precipitation in January is 2.6 inches (66 mm). Spring and Fall • The average spring temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C).
• The average high temperature in April is 59.3°F (15.2°C).
• The average low temperature in April is 38.9°F (3.8°C).
• The average precipitation in April is 3.3 inches (84 mm). • The average fall temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C).
• The average high temperature in October is 60.4°F (15.8°C).
• The average low temperature in October is 36.8°F (2.7°C).
• The average precipitation in October is 3.0 inches (76 mm). Climate Extremes • The highest temperature ever recorded in Dixmoor was 109°F (42.8°C) on July 14, 1936.
• The lowest temperature ever recorded in Dixmoor was -26°F (-32.2°C) on January 20, 1985.
• The greatest amount of precipitation ever recorded in Dixmoor in a single month was 12.4 inches (315 mm) in July 1996.
• The greatest amount of snowfall ever recorded in Dixmoor in a single month was 28.0 inches (711 mm) in January 1979. Climate Change • The climate of Dixmoor is changing, as it is in the rest of the world.
• The average annual temperature has increased by about 1.5°F (0.8°C) since the late 19th century.
• The average annual precipitation has increased by about 5 inches (127 mm) since the late 19th century.
• The number of days with extreme heat (90°F or higher) has increased since the late 19th century.
• The number of days with extreme cold (-10°F or lower) has decreased since the late 19th century. Impacts of Climate Change • The changing climate is having a number of impacts on Dixmoor, including:
• More frequent and severe heat waves
• More frequent and severe droughts
• More frequent and severe flooding
• Changes in plant and animal life
• Increased risk of disease
• Increased economic costs Adaptation and Mitigation • The Village of Dixmoor is working to adapt to the changing climate and mitigate its impacts.
• The Village has developed a Climate Action Plan that includes a number of strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and adapt to the changing climate.
• These strategies include:
• Improving energy efficiency in buildings
• Promoting the use of renewable energy
• Planting trees
• Improving stormwater management
• Educating the public about climate change Conclusion The climate of Dixmoor is changing, and the Village is working to adapt to the changing climate and mitigate its impacts. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Dixmoor is home to the Thornton-Lansing Road Prairie Nature Preserve, one of the largest remaining tallgrass prairies in the Chicago area. • The preserve is a haven for native plants and animals, including rare orchids, butterflies, and birds. • The Little Calumet River flows through Dixmoor, providing habitat for fish, waterfowl, and other aquatic life. Science • The Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) is located nearby in Batavia, Illinois. • Fermilab conducts groundbreaking research in particle physics, including the discovery of the Higgs boson. • Dixmoor residents have access to Fermilab's educational programs and public outreach events. Personalities George Pullman:The inventor of the Pullman sleeping car was born in Dixmoor in 1831. Oscar Micheaux:The first African American filmmaker lived in Dixmoor for a time in the early 20th century. James Meredith:The first African American student to attend the University of Mississippi lived in Dixmoor in the 1960s. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Roosevelt Woods Forest Preserve is a 1,100-acre forest preserve located in Dixmoor, IL. The preserve features a variety of hiking trails, picnic areas, and a fishing pond. 2.The Ford Calumet Environmental Center is a 2,000-acre environmental center located in Calumet City, IL. The center features a variety of exhibits on the Calumet region's natural history, as well as a variety of outdoor activities. 3.The South Shore Cultural Center is a cultural center located in South Shore, IL. The center features a variety of exhibits on the history and culture of the South Shore neighborhood, as well as a variety of classes and workshops. |
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