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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Macoupin County, IL

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Girard, Illinois

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Girard, IL please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Girard, IL

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in Girard, IL, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Girard, Illinois

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Macoupin County, Illinois

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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Girard, Illinois, located in the Midwest region of the United States, experiences a humid continental climate, characterized by warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Here's a summary of the climate conditions in Girard:1.Temperature


    •   Average Annual Temperature: 53.7°F (12.1°C)
    •   Average Summer Temperature (June-August): 75.8°F (24.3°C)
    •   Average Winter Temperature (December-February): 28.9°F (-1.7°C)
    •   Record High Temperature: 115°F (46.1°C)
    •   Record Low Temperature: -30°F (-34.4°C)

2. Precipitation


    •   Average Annual Precipitation: 39.5 inches (100.3 centimeters)
    •   Average Monthly Precipitation: 3.3 inches (8.4 centimeters)
    •   Average Snowfall: 18.5 inches (47 centimeters)
    •   Average Number of Rainy Days: 100 days per year

3. Humidity


    •   Average Annual Relative Humidity: 73%
    •   Summer Relative Humidity: 75%
    •   Winter Relative Humidity: 70%

4. Wind


    •   Average Wind Speed: 10.5 miles per hour (16.9 kilometers per hour)
    •   Prevailing Wind Direction: Southwest

5. Climate Extremes


    •   Girard experiences occasional extreme weather events, including tornadoes, thunderstorms, and heavy snowfall during the winter months.

6. Growing Season


    •   The average frost-free period in Girard is 180 days, typically from late April to mid-October.

7. Climate Change Impact


    •   Like many regions worldwide, Girard is experiencing the effects of climate change, including rising temperatures, more frequent and intense heat waves, and changes in precipitation patterns.

Overall, Girard, Illinois, has a humid continental climate with warm summers, cold winters, and moderate precipitation throughout the year. Residents can expect hot and humid conditions during the summer months and cold and snowy conditions during the winter months.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Girard is nestled amidst the fertile Illinois River Valley, known for its rich biodiversity.

    •   The area is home to the Bald Knob Prairie, a 1,200-acre natural area with over 300 plant species, including rare orchids and prairie grasses.

Science

    •   Girard was the birthplace of Dr. William Morton, a pioneer in the field of anesthesia. His discovery of the use of ether as a surgical anesthetic revolutionized medicine.

    •   The town is also home to the Macoupin County Historical Society Museum, which showcases local artifacts and scientific exhibits related to the region's natural history.

Personalities

    •   In addition to Dr. Morton, Girard has produced several notable figures in the arts and sciences.

    •   Author and poet Carl Sandburg spent part of his childhood in Girard and drew inspiration from the town's rural setting.

    •   Scientist and inventor Dr. John Bardeen, who won two Nobel Prizes in Physics for his work on semiconductors, was also a native of Girard.

Tourist Attractions
1.Lincoln's New Salem State Historic Site

(Petersburg, IL): A living history museum that recreates the village where Abraham Lincoln lived and worked from 1831-1837.

2.Giant City State Park

(Makanda, IL): A scenic park with towering sandstone cliffs, waterfalls, and hiking trails.

3.Frank Lloyd Wright's Dana-Thomas House

(Springfield, IL): A masterpiece of Prairie School architecture designed by Frank Lloyd Wright.

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