Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Woodlawn, Illinois Climate Summary General Climate • Woodlawn, Illinois has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • The average annual temperature is 50.6°F (10.3°C). • The average annual precipitation is 37.8 inches (960 mm). Summer • The average summer temperature is 73.4°F (23°C). • The average high temperature in July is 83.6°F (28.7°C). • The average low temperature in July is 63.2°F (17.3°C). • The average precipitation in July is 4.2 inches (107 mm). Winter • The average winter temperature is 27.8°F (-2.3°C). • The average high temperature in January is 34.2°F (1.2°C). • The average low temperature in January is 19.4°F (-7°C). • The average precipitation in January is 2.1 inches (53 mm). Spring and Fall • The average spring temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). • The average high temperature in April is 59.5°F (15.3°C). • The average low temperature in April is 34.3°F (1.3°C). • The average precipitation in April is 3.6 inches (91 mm). • The average fall temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C). • The average high temperature in October is 60.6°F (15.9°C). • The average low temperature in October is 33.2°F (0.7°C). • The average precipitation in October is 2.9 inches (74 mm). Extreme Weather • The highest temperature ever recorded in Woodlawn was 113°F (45°C) on July 14, 1936. • The lowest temperature ever recorded in Woodlawn was -36°F (-37.8°C) on January 20, 1985. • The greatest amount of precipitation ever recorded in a single month in Woodlawn was 13.4 inches (340 mm) in July 1993. • The greatest amount of snow ever recorded in a single month in Woodlawn was 28.5 inches (724 mm) in February 1965. Climate Change • The climate in Woodlawn is changing, as it is in the rest of the world. • The average annual temperature in Woodlawn has increased by about 1.5°F (0.8°C) since the late 19th century. • The average annual precipitation in Woodlawn has increased by about 5 inches (130 mm) since the late 19th century. • The number of days with extreme heat (above 90°F or 32°C) has increased in Woodlawn since the late 19th century. • The number of days with extreme cold (below 0°F or -17.8°C) has decreased in Woodlawn since the late 19th century. Impacts of Climate Change • The changing climate is having a number of impacts on Woodlawn and the surrounding area, including: • More frequent and severe heat waves • More intense storms • Increased flooding • Changes in plant and animal life • Negative impacts on human health Adaptation and Mitigation • There are a number of things that can be done to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change in Woodlawn, including: • Planting trees and other vegetation to provide shade and reduce heat island effects • Using energy-efficient appliances and equipment • Reducing water use • Recycling and composting • Supporting policies that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Woodlawn is home to the Iroquois County Forest Preserve, a 2,000-acre sanctuary with diverse habitats, including wetlands, prairies, and woodlands. • The preserve is a haven for wildlife, including deer, turkeys, and numerous bird species. Science • Woodlawn native Dr. William C. Rose (1887-1985) was a renowned biochemist and nutritionist. He discovered three essential amino acids and made significant contributions to the field of protein metabolism. Personalities • Dr. Rose's pioneering work in nutrition earned him the National Medal of Science in 1968, the highest scientific honor awarded by the United States. • Woodlawn is also the birthplace of Dr. Charles B. Huggins (1901-1997), a Nobel Prize-winning physiologist who made groundbreaking discoveries in the treatment of prostate cancer. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio** 2.Robie House** 3.Unity Temple** |
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