Climate Summary
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| Walcott, Iowa Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
• Average annual temperature: 49.2°F (9.6°C)
• Average annual precipitation: 32.9 inches (836 mm) Temperature • Summer (June-August) Average high temperatures in the upper 80s (°F) to low 90s (°F) (30-33°C), average low temperatures in the mid to upper 60s (°F) (19-20°C). • Winter (December-February) Average high temperatures in the mid to upper 20s (°F) (-3 to -1°C), average low temperatures in the mid to upper teens (°F) (-8 to -7°C). • Spring (March-May) Average high temperatures in the mid to upper 50s (°F) (13-15°C), average low temperatures in the mid to upper 30s (°F) (3-4°C). • Fall (September-November) Average high temperatures in the mid to upper 60s (°F) (19-20°C), average low temperatures in the mid to upper 40s (°F) (7-9°C). Precipitation • Annual average 32.9 inches (836 mm) • Summer Most precipitation falls in May and June, with average monthly rainfall of 4-5 inches (102-127 mm). • Winter Snowfall averages around 30 inches (76 cm) per year, with the heaviest snowfall in December and January. • Spring and Fall Precipitation is more evenly distributed, with average monthly rainfall of 3-4 inches (76-102 mm). Other Climate Features • Tornadoes Walcott is located in Tornado Alley and experiences occasional tornadoes, especially during the spring and summer months. • Humidity Summers are humid, with average relative humidity in the mid to upper 70s (%). • Wind Prevailing winds are from the west and northwest. • Sunshine Walcott receives an average of 2,300 hours of sunshine per year, with the most sunshine in the summer months. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Walcott is home to the Devonian Fossil Gorge, a National Natural Landmark featuring fossilized remains of marine life from the Devonian period, dating back 350 million years. Science • The town is named after Charles Doolittle Walcott, a renowned paleontologist who discovered the Burgess Shale fossils in British Columbia. • Walcott is the site of the Walcott Field Station, a research facility operated by the University of Iowa, which focuses on the study of Devonian fossils and the local ecosystem. Personalities Grace Lee Whitney(1930-2015), actress best known for her role as Yeoman Janice Rand in the original \ |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium (Dubuque, IA): This museum showcases the history and culture of the Mississippi River, with exhibits on riverboats, Native American artifacts, and local wildlife. The aquarium features a variety of fish and aquatic creatures native to the river. 2.National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium (Davenport, IA): This museum tells the story of the Mississippi River through interactive exhibits, artifacts, and live animals. The aquarium features a variety of fish and aquatic creatures from the river, as well as a touch tank where visitors can interact with stingrays and other animals. 3.Herbert Hoover National Historic Site (West Branch, IA): This site preserves the birthplace and childhood home of Herbert Hoover, the 31st President of the United States. Visitors can tour the home, learn about Hoover's life and presidency, and explore the surrounding park. |
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