Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Wayne, Illinois Climate Summary General Climate • Wayne, Illinois has a humid continental climate, with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • The average annual temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C). • The average annual precipitation is 36.3 inches (922 mm). • The average annual snowfall is 31.7 inches (805 mm). Temperature • The average temperature in January, the coldest month, is 23.5°F (-4.7°C). • The average temperature in July, the warmest month, is 74.3°F (23.5°C). • The average daily temperature range is 20.8°F (11.6°C). Precipitation • The average annual precipitation is 36.3 inches (922 mm). • The average monthly precipitation ranges from 2.3 inches (58 mm) in February to 4.4 inches (112 mm) in May. • The average annual snowfall is 31.7 inches (805 mm). • The average monthly snowfall ranges from 3.6 inches (91 mm) in December to 8.3 inches (211 mm) in February. Sunshine • The average annual sunshine is 2,544 hours. • The average daily sunshine ranges from 4.5 hours in December to 8.5 hours in June. Humidity • The average annual relative humidity is 72%. • The average monthly relative humidity ranges from 65% in June to 78% in January. Wind • The average annual wind speed is 10.2 mph (16.4 km/h). • The average monthly wind speed ranges from 8.7 mph (14.0 km/h) in August to 11.5 mph (18.5 km/h) in March. Severe Weather • Wayne, Illinois is located in an area that is prone to severe weather, including tornadoes, hailstorms, and thunderstorms. • The average annual number of tornadoes is 1.2. • The average annual number of hailstorms is 2.3. • The average annual number of thunderstorms is 45. Climate Change • The climate in Wayne, Illinois is changing. The average annual temperature has increased by 1.8°F (1.0°C) since 1895. • The average annual precipitation has increased by 2.6 inches (66 mm) since 1895. • The average annual snowfall has decreased by 5.5 inches (140 mm) since 1895. • The average annual number of tornadoes has increased since 1950. • The average annual number of hailstorms has increased since 1950. • The average annual number of thunderstorms has increased since 1950. Sources • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) • Illinois State Climatologist • Midwestern Regional Climate Center |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Wayne is home to the Wayne National Forest, covering over 250,000 acres. • The forest boasts a diverse ecosystem, including old-growth forests, wetlands, and streams. • The area is a haven for wildlife, including black bears, bobcats, and bald eagles. Science • The Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) is located near Wayne. • Fermilab is a world-renowned particle physics research facility. • Scientists at Fermilab have made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of particle physics. Personalities • Wayne was the childhood home of prominent physicist Enrico Fermi. • Fermi's work at Fermilab led to the development of the atomic bomb and the discovery of the Higgs boson. • The town of Wayne is named after General \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.St. Charles Park District (St. Charles, IL): A sprawling park with a lake, walking trails, playgrounds, and a splash pad. 2.Kane County Fairgrounds (St. Charles, IL): Home to the annual Kane County Fair, as well as other events and activities throughout the year. 3.Fox River Trail (Wayne, IL): A scenic bike path that follows the Fox River for 40 miles. |
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