Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Climate Overview Shadeland, Indiana has a humid continental climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The average annual temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C), with an average high of 66.3°F (19.1°C) and an average low of 36.5°F (2.5°C). Summer Summers in Shadeland are hot and humid, with average high temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s Fahrenheit (31-33°C). The average daily high temperature in July, the warmest month, is 87.9°F (31.1°C). The average daily low temperature in July is 66.9°F (19.4°C). Winter Winters in Shadeland are cold and snowy, with average low temperatures in the mid-20s to low 30s Fahrenheit (-3 to 0°C). The average daily low temperature in January, the coldest month, is 23.6°F (-4.7°C). The average daily high temperature in January is 34.6°F (1.4°C). Precipitation Shadeland receives an average of 42.8 inches (108.7 cm) of precipitation each year, which is evenly distributed throughout the year. The wettest month is May, with an average of 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) of precipitation. The driest month is February, with an average of 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) of precipitation. Snowfall Shadeland receives an average of 28.3 inches (71.9 cm) of snow each year. The snowiest month is January, with an average of 8.5 inches (21.6 cm) of snow. Climate Change The climate in Shadeland is changing, with average temperatures increasing and precipitation patterns becoming more variable. The average annual temperature in Shadeland has increased by 1.4°F (0.8°C) since 1895. The average annual precipitation has also increased by 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) since 1895. Climate Summary Table | Month | Average High (°F) | Average Low (°F) | Average Precipitation (inches) | |---|---|---|---| | January | 34.6 | 23.6 | 2.5 | | February | 39.2 | 22.3 | 2.5 | | March | 49.1 | 30.8 | 3.2 | | April | 62.3 | 41.5 | 3.7 | | May | 73.2 | 51.7 | 4.5 | | June | 82.2 | 60.9 | 4.1 | | July | 87.9 | 66.9 | 3.9 | | August | 86.3 | 65.2 | 3.6 | | September | 78.3 | 57.4 | 3.3 | | October | 66.5 | 46.5 | 2.9 | | November | 51.7 | 36.6 | 3.1 | | December | 40.4 | 27.5 | 2.6 | Source National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Shadeland is home to the Tippecanoe River State Park, a 2,400-acre haven for hikers, campers, and nature enthusiasts. • The park boasts a diverse ecosystem, including wetlands, forests, and prairies. • The Tippecanoe River is a designated Wild and Scenic River, renowned for its scenic beauty and abundant wildlife. Science • Shadeland was the birthplace of Nobel Prize-winning chemist Paul Boyer (1918-2018). • Boyer's research on enzymes revolutionized our understanding of cellular processes. • The Paul D. Boyer Center for Molecular Medicine at Purdue University is named in his honor. Personalities • Shadeland was the home of abolitionist and suffragette Sarah T. Bolton (1814-1893). • Bolton was a prominent speaker and writer, advocating for women's rights and the end of slavery. • Her home, the Sarah T. Bolton House, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Prophetstown State Park (15 miles away): A 2,000-acre park with a lake, hiking trails, and a historic village. 2.Tippecanoe Battlefield Park (20 miles away): A 1,000-acre park that commemorates the Battle of Tippecanoe, which was fought between the United States and the Shawnee Indians in 1811. 3.Grissom Air Museum (10 miles away): A museum that houses a collection of aircraft and artifacts from the United States Air Force. |
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