Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Owenton, Kentucky Climate Summary Owenton, Kentucky is located in the central part of the state, about 40 miles southeast of Louisville. The city has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Average Temperatures • January 35°F (2°C) • February 39°F (4°C) • March 49°F (9°C) • April 59°F (15°C) • May 69°F (21°C) • June 78°F (26°C) • July 82°F (28°C) • August 81°F (27°C) • September 73°F (23°C) • October 62°F (17°C) • November 48°F (9°C) • December 39°F (4°C) Average Precipitation • Annual 45 inches (114 cm) • January 3.5 inches (9 cm) • February 3.2 inches (8 cm) • March 4.0 inches (10 cm) • April 3.7 inches (9 cm) • May 4.2 inches (11 cm) • June 4.1 inches (10 cm) • July 3.8 inches (10 cm) • August 3.6 inches (9 cm) • September 3.3 inches (8 cm) • October 3.0 inches (8 cm) • November 3.2 inches (8 cm) • December 3.6 inches (9 cm) Climate Extremes • Highest Recorded Temperature 108°F (42°C) on July 14, 1936 • Lowest Recorded Temperature -23°F (-31°C) on January 19, 1994 Climate Outlook The climate of Owenton, Kentucky is expected to become warmer and wetter in the future. Average temperatures are projected to increase by 2-4 degrees Fahrenheit by the end of the century, and annual precipitation is projected to increase by 5-10%. These changes are likely to have a number of impacts on the city, including more extreme heat events, more flooding, and changes in the local plant and animal life. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Owenton is located within the Bluegrass Region, known for its rolling hills and fertile soil. • The area is home to a diverse range of plant and animal life, including the endangered Indiana bat and the threatened northern long-eared bat. • The nearby Big Bone Lick State Park preserves the site of an ancient salt lick that attracted prehistoric animals, including mammoths and mastodons. Science • Owenton was the birthplace of Dr. Thomas Hunt Morgan (1866-1945), a geneticist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1933 for his work on fruit flies. • Morgan's research laid the foundation for modern genetics and helped establish the field of developmental biology. Personalities • Owenton was the home of the renowned abolitionist Cassius Marcellus Clay (1810-1891). • Clay was a vocal opponent of slavery and a supporter of women's rights. • He served as a U.S. Minister to Russia and was a close friend of Abraham Lincoln. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.General Butler State Resort Park is a 1,000-acre park located on the shores of Lake Barkley. The park offers a variety of activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and swimming. There are also several historic sites within the park, including the Butler Mansion and the Butler Cemetery. 2.Kentucky Horse Park is a 1,200-acre park dedicated to the history and culture of the horse. The park is home to over 1,000 horses, including some of the most famous horses in the world. Visitors can take guided tours of the park, watch horse shows, and learn about the history of the horse. 3.Mammoth Cave National Park is the longest cave system in the world, with over 400 miles of explored passages. Visitors can take guided tours of the cave, which include a variety of different experiences, from easy walking tours to more challenging crawling tours. The park also offers a variety of other activities, including hiking, camping, and fishing. |
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