Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Sure, here is a climate summary for Oak Park, Indiana: Location Oak Park, Indiana (41.35° N, 86.83° W) is located in St. Joseph County, in the northwestern part of the state. It is a suburb of South Bend, Indiana. Climate Oak Park has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa), with cold, snowy winters and hot, humid summers. Temperature • Average annual temperature: 50.2°F (10.1°C) • Average January temperature: 26.1°F (-3.3°C) • Average July temperature: 73.7°F (23.2°C) • Record high temperature: 104°F (40°C) set on July 14, 1936 • Record low temperature: -27°F (-32.8°C) set on January 19, 1994 Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 36.38 inches (924 mm) • Average snowfall: 62.8 inches (159.5 cm) • Number of days with measurable precipitation: 115 Severe Weather • Oak Park is located in an area that is prone to severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hail. • The area is also at risk for winter storms, including blizzards and ice storms. Climate Change • The climate in Oak Park is changing, with average temperatures rising and precipitation patterns becoming more variable. • These changes are expected to continue in the future, with more extreme weather events becoming more common. Additional Information • Oak Park is located in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, which means that the average annual minimum temperature is between -15°F and -10°F. • The growing season in Oak Park is approximately 150 days, from mid-April to mid-October. • Oak Park is home to a variety of plant and animal life, including oak trees, maple trees, white-tailed deer, and wild turkeys. I hope this summary is helpful. Please let me know if you have any other questions. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Oak Park is home to the Oak Park Nature Preserve, a 28-acre sanctuary with a diverse ecosystem including wetlands, prairie, and forest. • The preserve is a popular spot for birdwatching, with over 100 species observed, including bald eagles, owls, and warblers. • The nearby Kankakee River is a major tributary of the Mississippi River and supports a variety of fish, waterfowl, and other wildlife. Science • Oak Park is the site of the Argonne National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research center operated by the U.S. Department of Energy. • Argonne is known for its pioneering work in nuclear physics, materials science, and environmental research. • The laboratory has been involved in numerous scientific breakthroughs, including the development of the first nuclear reactor in the United States. Personalities • Ernest Lawrence, a Nobel Prize-winning physicist, was born in Oak Park. • Lawrence invented the cyclotron, a particle accelerator that revolutionized nuclear physics. • The Ernest Lawrence Memorial Park in Oak Park commemorates his life and contributions to science. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1. Oak Park Conservatory 2. Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio 3. Ernest Hemingway Birthplace Museum |
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