Climate Summary
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| South Hutchinson, Kansas Climate Summary Average Temperature • January: 32°F (0°C)
• July: 79°F (26°C)
• Annual Average: 55°F (13°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation: 25 inches (63.5 cm)
• Average Snowfall: 15 inches (38 cm) Climate Type • Continental Climate Detailed Climate Information • Spring Spring in South Hutchinson is generally mild, with average temperatures ranging from 45°F (7°C) in March to 65°F (18°C) in May. Precipitation is moderate, with an average of 3 inches (7.6 cm) of rain per month. • Summer Summers in South Hutchinson are hot and humid, with average temperatures ranging from 75°F (24°C) in June to 85°F (29°C) in August. Precipitation is low, with an average of 2 inches (5.1 cm) of rain per month. • Autumn Autumn in South Hutchinson is mild, with average temperatures ranging from 60°F (16°C) in September to 45°F (7°C) in November. Precipitation is moderate, with an average of 2 inches (5.1 cm) of rain per month. • Winter Winters in South Hutchinson are cold and dry, with average temperatures ranging from 25°F (-4°C) in December to 35°F (2°C) in February. Precipitation is low, with an average of 1 inch (2.5 cm) of rain or snow per month. Climate Extremes • Record High Temperature 115°F (46°C) • Record Low Temperature -25°F (-32°C) Climate Change • The climate of South Hutchinson is changing, with average temperatures increasing and precipitation patterns becoming more variable. These changes are expected to continue in the future, with the region becoming hotter and drier. Additional Information • South Hutchinson is located in Reno County, Kansas, in the south-central part of the state.
• The city has a population of approximately 2,500 people.
• The economy of South Hutchinson is based on agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism.
• The city is home to several historical sites, including the South Hutchinson Museum and the Reno County Courthouse. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • South Hutchinson is located on the banks of the Arkansas River, a major tributary of the Mississippi River. • The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, coyotes, bobcats, and numerous bird species. • The nearby Quivira National Wildlife Refuge provides a habitat for migratory waterfowl and other birds. Science • The city is home to the Kansas Cosmosphere and Space Center, one of the largest space museums in the world. • The museum houses over 3,500 artifacts, including the Apollo 13 command module and a replica of the International Space Station. • South Hutchinson is also home to the Hutchinson Salt Company, one of the largest salt mines in the United States. Personalities • Walter Chrysler, founder of the Chrysler Corporation, was born in South Hutchinson. • Orville Wright, one of the Wright brothers who invented the airplane, visited South Hutchinson in 1910 and flew his plane over the city. • Amelia Earhart, the famous aviator, also visited South Hutchinson in 1935. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Cosmosphere (Hutchinson, KS): A world-renowned space museum with over 13,000 artifacts, including the Apollo 13 command module. 2.Strataca (Hutchinson, KS): A unique underground salt mine tour that takes visitors 650 feet below the surface to explore the history and geology of the region. 3.Sand Hills State Park (Pretty Prairie, KS): A 1,000-acre park with hiking trails, a lake for fishing and boating, and a campground. |
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