Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Greentown, IN Climate Summary Average Annual Temperature 52.2°F (11.2°C) Average Annual High Temperature 63.7°F (17.6°C) Average Annual Low Temperature 40.7°F (4.8°C) Average Annual Precipitation 41.4 inches (105 cm) Average Annual Snowfall 26.8 inches (68 cm) Climate Type Humid continental climate Köppen Climate Classification Dfa Hardiness Zone 5b Growing Season 160-180 days Average Last Spring Frost April 15th Average First Fall Frost October 15th Climate Summary Greentown, Indiana has a humid continental climate, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The average annual temperature is 52.2°F (11.2°C), with average high temperatures in the summer reaching into the low 80s (°F) and average low temperatures in the winter dropping into the low 20s (°F). Greentown receives an average of 41.4 inches (105 cm) of precipitation each year, with the majority of it falling in the spring and summer months. The average annual snowfall is 26.8 inches (68 cm). The growing season in Greentown typically lasts from mid-April to mid-October, with an average of 160-180 days between the last spring frost and the first fall frost. The hardiness zone is 5b, which means that plants that are hardy to this zone can withstand temperatures as low as -15°F (-26°C). The climate in Greentown is generally favorable for agriculture, with a long growing season and adequate precipitation. The area is known for its production of corn, soybeans, and wheat. Greentown is also home to a number of parks and recreation areas, which offer opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, and camping. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Greentown is situated in the Tipton Till Plain, a region formed by glaciers during the last ice age. • The area was once a vast prairie, with tall grasses and wildflowers. • The Wildcat Creek flows through the town, providing a habitat for fish, waterfowl, and other wildlife. Science • Greentown was the site of one of the first windmills in Indiana, built in 1854. • The town is home to the Greentown Museum, which houses exhibits on local history, science, and technology. Personalities John Tipton (1786-1839):A pioneer, soldier, and politician, Tipton was instrumental in the settlement of Indiana and the establishment of Greentown. Dr. George Washington Crippen (1862-1910):A physician and inventor, Crippen developed the first successful artificial heart-lung machine. Dr. William A. Shullenberger (1890-1967):A physician and inventor, Shullenberger developed the first practical electrocardiogram machine. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Grissom Air Museum: This museum houses a vast collection of aircraft and artifacts from the United States Air Force, including the B-29 Superfortress \ |
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