Climate Summary
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| Saint John, Kansas has a humid continental climate (Köppen Dfa), with hot, humid summers and cold, dry winters. The average temperature in July is 80.5 °F (26.9 °C), while the average temperature in January is 28.1 °F (-2.2 °C). The average annual precipitation is 37.05 inches (941 mm). Summer The summers in Saint John are hot and humid, with average temperatures in the upper 80s °F (low 30s °C). The hottest month is July, with an average temperature of 80.5 °F (26.9 °C). The average relative humidity in July is 75%. Thunderstorms are common in the summer, and the area is occasionally affected by tornadoes. Winter The winters in Saint John are cold and dry, with average temperatures in the upper 20s °F (low -2 °C). The coldest month is January, with an average temperature of 28.1 °F (-2.2 °C). The average relative humidity in January is 70%. Snowfall is common in the winter, with an average annual snowfall of 19.3 inches (49 cm). Spring and Fall The spring and fall seasons in Saint John are mild, with average temperatures in the 50s and 60s °F (10s and low 20s °C). The average relative humidity in spring and fall is around 65%. Precipitation The average annual precipitation in Saint John is 37.05 inches (941 mm). The wettest month is May, with an average precipitation of 4.75 inches (121 mm). The driest month is January, with an average precipitation of 1.06 inches (27 mm). Climate Change The climate in Saint John is changing, as it is in many parts of the world. The average temperature has increased by about 1 degree Fahrenheit (0.6 degrees Celsius) since the late 19th century. The number of days with extreme heat has also increased. The average annual precipitation has also increased slightly. These changes are likely due to human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels. The burning of fossil fuels releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, which trap heat and cause the planet to warm. The changing climate is having a number of impacts on Saint John and the surrounding area. The warmer temperatures are causing the growing season to become longer, and the area is seeing more extreme weather events, such as floods and droughts. The changing climate is also having a negative impact on the local economy, as it is making it more difficult for farmers and ranchers to grow crops and raise livestock. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Saint John is located in the Smoky Hills region, known for its rolling prairies, limestone cliffs, and abundant fossils. • The area is home to the Smoky Hills Wind Farm, one of the largest wind farms in the United States. • The Quivira National Wildlife Refuge, located nearby, provides a sanctuary for migratory birds and other wildlife. Science • The Saint John School District is home to the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center, a renowned science museum featuring space exploration exhibits and an IMAX theater. • The Cosmosphere is also the site of the International Space Station Mission Control Center. Personalities • Walter Chrysler, founder of the Chrysler Corporation, was born in Saint John in 1875. • Astronaut Joe Engle, who piloted the space shuttle Columbia on its first mission, is a native of Saint John. • The town is also home to numerous scientists, engineers, and educators who work at the Cosmosphere and other local institutions. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum** 2.Cosmosphere International Science Center** 3.Boot Hill Casino & Resort** |
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