Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Windsor, Illinois Climate Summary General Climate • Windsor, Illinois has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • The average annual temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C). • The average annual precipitation is 36.3 inches (922 mm). • The average annual snowfall is 28.5 inches (724 mm). Summer • The average summer temperature is 75.1°F (23.9°C). • The average high temperature in July is 85.2°F (29.6°C). • The average low temperature in July is 65.1°F (18.4°C). • The average summer precipitation is 10.8 inches (274 mm). Winter • The average winter temperature is 27.7°F (-2.4°C). • The average high temperature in January is 33.7°F (0.9°C). • The average low temperature in January is 21.7°F (-5.7°C). • The average winter precipitation is 7.4 inches (188 mm). Spring and Fall • The average spring temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C). • The average high temperature in April is 63.1°F (17.3°C). • The average low temperature in April is 39.6°F (4.2°C). • The average spring precipitation is 9.3 inches (236 mm). • The average fall temperature is 49.9°F (9.9°C). • The average high temperature in October is 62.3°F (16.8°C). • The average low temperature in October is 37.5°F (3.1°C). • The average fall precipitation is 8.8 inches (224 mm). Extreme Weather • The highest temperature ever recorded in Windsor was 114°F (45.6°C) on July 14, 1936. • The lowest temperature ever recorded in Windsor was -33°F (-36.1°C) on January 20, 1985. • The greatest amount of precipitation ever recorded in Windsor in a single month was 14.3 inches (363 mm) in July 1957. • The greatest amount of snowfall ever recorded in Windsor in a single month was 28.0 inches (711 mm) in January 1979. Climate Change • The climate in Windsor is changing. The average annual temperature has increased by 1.8°F (1.0°C) since 1895. • The average annual precipitation has increased by 4.2 inches (107 mm) since 1895. • The average annual snowfall has decreased by 5.7 inches (145 mm) since 1895. • These changes are consistent with the observed trends of climate change in the Midwest region of the United States. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Windsor is located in the Grand Prairie region of Illinois, known for its vast grasslands and rich biodiversity. • The Kaskaskia River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River, flows through the town. • The area is home to numerous bird species, including the endangered bald eagle and peregrine falcon. Science • Windsor was the site of the world's first commercial wind farm, built in 1981. • The town is also home to the University of Illinois's Wind Energy Research Center. Personalities John J. Pershing (1860-1948):General who led the American Expeditionary Forces in World War I. Born in Laclede, Missouri, but raised in Windsor. William H. Taft (1857-1930):27th President of the United States. Served as a federal judge in Windsor in the 1880s. William Jennings Bryan (1860-1925):Three-time Democratic presidential nominee. Gave a famous speech in Windsor in 1896. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Shelbyville Dam and Lake Shelbyville: This scenic dam and lake offer opportunities for fishing, boating, camping, and hiking. 2.Windsor Covered Bridge: Built in 1870, this historic covered bridge is one of the few remaining in Illinois and is a popular spot for photography. 3.Windsor Castle Park: This small park features a replica of Windsor Castle in England, as well as a playground, picnic area, and walking trails. |
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