Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| VillaSeasonal Avarages Spring (March, April, May) • Average Temperature: 50.6°F (10.4°C) • Average High: 66.7°F (19.3°C) • Average Low: 34.5°F (1.4°C) • Average Precipiation: 3.42 inches (8.7 cm)
Summer (June, July, August) • Average Temperature: 72.8°F (22.7°C) • Average High: 83.5°F (28.6°C) • Average Low: 62.1°F (16.7°C) • Average Precipiation: 3.47 inches (8.8 cm)
Fall (September, October, November) • Average Temperature: 55.2°F (12.9°C) • Average High: 72.1°F (22.3°C) • Average Low: 38.3°F (3.5°C) • Average Precipiation: 2.67 inches (6.8 cm)
Winter (December, January, February) • Average Temperature: 29.6°F (-1.3°C) • Average High: 37.6°F (3°C) • Average Low: 21.6°F (-5.8°C) • Average Precipiation: 2.07 inches (5.2 cm)
Yearly Avarages • Average Temperature: 52.0°F (11.1°C) • Average High: 65.0°F (18.3°C) • Average Low: 39.0°F (3.9°C) • Average Precipiation: 11.63 inches (29.5 cm) Extreme Values • Highest Recorded Temperature: 111°F (43.9°C) on July 13, 1936 • Lowest Recorded Temperature: -25°F (-31.7°C) on January 21, 1985 • Wettest Year: 1973 with 17.89 inches (45.5 cm) of precipiation • Driest Year: 1954 with 5.88 inches (14.9 cm) of precipiation Additional Climate Information • Villa Groe has a humid coninental climate with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winers. • The area experiences frequent thunderstorms during the summer months. • The growing season in Villa Groe typically runs from April to October. • The area is located in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, which means that the average annual minimum temperature is between -15°F and -10°F (-26.1°C and -23.3°C). |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Villa Grove is situated on the Grand Prairie, a vast ecosystem known for its tallgrass prairies and wetlands. • The area was once home to numerous bison, elk, and other wildlife, which attracted Native American tribes to the region. • Today, the Grand Prairie Natural History Museum showcases the area's natural history, including fossils and artifacts from the Ice Age. Science • Villa Grove was the birthplace of astronomer James Edward Keeler (1857-1900), who made significant contributions to astrophysics. • Keeler's research at the Lick Observatory in California led to the discovery of the rings of Saturn and the rotation of the Milky Way galaxy. • The Villa Grove Public Library houses a collection of Keeler's papers and artifacts. Personalities • John C. Fremont, an explorer and military officer who played a key role in the westward expansion of the United States, visited Villa Grove in 1856. • The town is also associated with outlaw Jesse James, who is said to have robbed a bank in nearby Tuscola in 1881. • Villa Grove native Helen Gilbert (1915-2006) was a renowned opera singer who performed at the Metropolitan Opera and other prestigious venues. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Kickapoo State Recreation Area: A 2,800-acre park with a variety of outdoor activities, including camping, hiking, fishing, and boating. 2.Douglas County Historical Museum: A museum dedicated to preserving the history of Douglas County, including exhibits on the Kickapoo Indians, the Civil War, and local agriculture. 3.Villa Grove Public Library: A public library with a collection of books, DVDs, and other materials, as well as free Wi-Fi and computer access. |
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