Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| DeMotte, Indiana Climate Summary General Climate • DeMotte, Indiana 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 36.5 inches (927 mm). Summer • The average summer temperature is 72.6°F (22.6°C). • The average high temperature in July is 83.3°F (28.5°C). • The average low temperature in July is 61.9°F (16.6°C). • The average monthly precipitation in July is 3.8 inches (97 mm). Winter • The average winter temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). • The average high temperature in January is 32.8°F (0.5°C). • The average low temperature in January is 19.4°F (-7°C). • The average monthly precipitation in January is 2.6 inches (66 mm). Spring and Fall • The average spring temperature is 46.1°F (7.8°C). • The average high temperature in April is 59.9°F (15.5°C). • The average low temperature in April is 32.3°F (0.2°C). • The average monthly precipitation in April is 3.3 inches (84 mm). • The average fall temperature is 46.1°F (7.8°C). • The average high temperature in October is 62.1°F (16.7°C). • The average low temperature in October is 30.1°F (-1.1°C). • The average monthly precipitation in October is 2.9 inches (74 mm). Extreme Weather • The highest temperature ever recorded in DeMotte was 105°F (40.6°C) on July 14, 1936. • The lowest temperature ever recorded in DeMotte was -27°F (-32.8°C) on January 19, 1994. • The greatest amount of precipitation ever recorded in DeMotte in a single month was 11.7 inches (297 mm) in June 1957. • The greatest amount of snowfall ever recorded in DeMotte in a single month was 26.5 inches (673 mm) in January 1979. Climate Change • The climate in DeMotte is changing, and the changes are becoming more noticeable each year. • The average annual temperature has increased by 1.5°F (0.8°C) since 1895. • The average annual precipitation has increased by 5 inches (127 mm) since 1895. • The number of days with heavy rainfall (more than 1 inch) has increased by 50% since 1950. • The number of days with extreme heat (more than 90°F) has increased by 25% since 1950. The effects of climate change are already being felt in DeMotte. • The growing season is getting longer, and the number of days with frost is decreasing. • The incidence of heat-related illnesses is increasing. • The risk of flooding is increasing. • The range of pests and diseases is expanding. Climate change is a serious threat to DeMotte and the surrounding area. • It is important to take action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change. • We can all make a difference by reducing our energy consumption, using renewable energy sources, and planting trees. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Demotte lies within the Kankakee River Valley, a rich wetland ecosystem. • The area is home to diverse wildlife, including white-tailed deer, coyotes, and over 200 bird species. Science • In 1965, the Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory (Fermilab) was established near Demotte. • Fermilab is a world-renowned particle physics research facility that has made significant contributions to our understanding of the universe. Personalities John Dillinger:The notorious gangster was arrested in Demotte in 1934 after a shootout with the FBI. Carl Sagan:The renowned astronomer and science communicator grew up in Demotte and attended Demotte High School. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Kankakee Sands is a 2,000-acre nature preserve with hiking trails, fishing, and camping. 2.Deep River County Park is a 500-acre park with a lake, hiking trails, and a campground. 3.Indiana Dunes National Park is a 15,000-acre park with beaches, dunes, and hiking trails. |
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