Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Lyons, Illinois Climate Summary General Climate • Lyons, Illinois has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • The average annual temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C). • The average annual precipitation is 36.4 inches (925 mm). • The average annual snowfall is 32.6 inches (83 cm). Summer • The average summer temperature is 75.2°F (24°C). • The average high temperature in July is 86°F (30°C). • The average low temperature in July is 64°F (18°C). • The average precipitation in July is 3.5 inches (89 mm). Winter • The average winter temperature is 30.2°F (-1.0°C). • The average high temperature in January is 34°F (1°C). • The average low temperature in January is 26°F (-3°C). • The average precipitation in January is 2.2 inches (56 mm). Spring and Fall • The average spring temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C). • The average high temperature in April is 61°F (16°C). • The average low temperature in April is 37°F (3°C). • The average precipitation in April is 3.1 inches (79 mm). • The average fall temperature is 53.2°F (11.8°C). • The average high temperature in October is 63°F (17°C). • The average low temperature in October is 43°F (6°C). • The average precipitation in October is 2.9 inches (74 mm). Climate Extremes • The highest temperature ever recorded in Lyons was 107°F (42°C) on July 14, 1936. • The lowest temperature ever recorded in Lyons was -27°F (-33°C) on January 20, 1985. • The greatest amount of precipitation ever recorded in Lyons in a single month was 12.5 inches (318 mm) in September 2008. • The greatest amount of snowfall ever recorded in Lyons in a single month was 28.6 inches (73 cm) in February 1965. Climate Change • The climate in Lyons is changing, and the changes are becoming more noticeable each year. • The average annual temperature has increased by 1.8°F (1.0°C) since 1895. • The average annual precipitation has increased by 5.9 inches (150 mm) since 1895. • The average annual snowfall has decreased by 10.6 inches (27 cm) since 1895. • The number of days with a temperature of 90°F (32°C) or higher has increased by 10 days since 1895. • The number of days with a temperature of 32°F (0°C) or lower has decreased by 15 days since 1895. Climate Change Impacts • The changing climate is having a number of negative impacts on Lyons, including: • More extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, floods, and storms. • Increased flooding and erosion. • Changes in plant and animal life. • Increased risk of disease. • Increased heat-related deaths. Climate Change Adaptation • The Village of Lyons is taking steps to adapt to the changing climate, including: • Investing in infrastructure to reduce flooding and erosion. • Planting trees and other vegetation to help cool the air and reduce heat island effects. • Educating residents about the risks of climate change and how to protect themselves. • Working with other communities to develop regional climate change adaptation strategies. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Lyons Woods Forest Preserve: A 600-acre preserve featuring diverse habitats, including oak woodlands, wetlands, and a large lake. • Salt Creek: A tributary of the Des Plaines River, flowing through Lyons and supporting a variety of aquatic life. Science • Argonne National Laboratory: A renowned research facility located just west of Lyons, known for its contributions in nuclear energy, particle physics, and environmental science. • Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab): A particle physics research center located near Batavia, IL, with a significant impact on Lyons' scientific community. Personalities • George W. Beadle: A Nobel Prize-winning geneticist who grew up in Lyons and conducted groundbreaking research on the role of genes in metabolism. • Robert H. Goddard: A pioneer in rocketry who lived in Lyons for a time and launched his first successful liquid-fueled rocket from the town. • Ernest Hemingway: The famous author spent his childhood summers in Lyons, where his family had a summer home. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Brookfield Zoo A world-renowned zoo featuring over 450 animal species and immersive exhibits. 2.Lyons Township High School North Campus An architectural masterpiece known for its stunning Gothic Revival design and historical significance. 3.McCook Reservoir Woods A nature preserve with scenic trails, a fishing pier, and a variety of wildlife. |
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