Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Luling, Louisiana Climate Summary General Climate • Humid subtropical climate • Hot, humid summers and mild winters • Average annual temperature: 68.6°F (20.3°C) • Average annual precipitation: 59.79 inches (1,518 mm) • Average annual snowfall: 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) Summer • Hot and humid • Average high temperature in July: 92.8°F (33.8°C) • Average low temperature in July: 75.9°F (24.4°C) • Average precipitation in July: 7.48 inches (190 mm) Winter • Mild • Average high temperature in January: 60.6°F (15.9°C) • Average low temperature in January: 40.5°F (4.7°C) • Average precipitation in January: 4.73 inches (120 mm) Spring and Fall • Pleasant • Average high temperature in April: 77.9°F (25.5°C) • Average low temperature in April: 56.6°F (13.7°C) • Average precipitation in April: 4.86 inches (123 mm) • Average high temperature in October: 80.8°F (27.1°C) • Average low temperature in October: 59.4°F (15.2°C) • Average precipitation in October: 4.06 inches (103 mm) Climate Extremes • Highest recorded temperature: 109°F (42.8°C) on August 10, 1936 • Lowest recorded temperature: 13°F (-10.6°C) on February 13, 1899 • Wettest year: 96.40 inches (2,448 mm) in 1973 • Driest year: 31.94 inches (811 mm) in 1956 Climate Variability • Luling's climate is influenced by a variety of factors, including its location on the Gulf of Mexico, its proximity to the Mississippi River, and the prevailing wind patterns. • The climate in Luling can be variable from year to year, with occasional extreme weather events such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and floods. • The city is also vulnerable to sea level rise, which is expected to increase the frequency and severity of coastal flooding in the future. Climate Change • The climate in Luling is changing due to human-caused climate change. • The average temperature in Luling has increased by about 2°F (1.1°C) since the late 19th century. • The sea level has also risen by about 8 inches (20 cm) since 1880. • These changes are expected to continue in the future, with the average temperature in Luling projected to increase by another 2-4°F (1.1-2.2°C) by the end of the century. • The sea level is also projected to rise by another 1-4 feet (0.3-1.2 m) by the end of the century. • These changes are likely to have a significant impact on the environment and economy of Luling. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Luling is located in the Mississippi River Delta, a vast wetland ecosystem supporting diverse flora and fauna. • The area is home to the Barataria Preserve, a 23,000-acre refuge for migratory birds, alligators, and other wildlife. • Luling's proximity to the Gulf of Mexico provides access to abundant marine life, including shrimp, oysters, and fish. Science • The Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) has a research facility in Luling, studying coastal ecosystems and marine biology. • Luling is home to the St. Charles Parish Science Center, an interactive museum showcasing science and technology. Personalities Dr. Robert T. Brumfield:A renowned ornithologist who discovered several new bird species in the Barataria Preserve. Dr. John C. Ogden:A marine biologist who conducted groundbreaking research on coral reefs and coastal ecosystems in the Gulf of Mexico. Clarence \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Whitney Plantation: A former sugar plantation that has been turned into a museum and memorial dedicated to the enslaved people who lived and worked there. 2.San Francisco Plantation: A historic plantation house that is open for tours and events. 3.Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve: A park that preserves the history and culture of the Barataria-Terrebonne region, including the pirate Jean Lafitte. |
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