Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Hanover, Maryland Climate Summary General Climate • Hanover, Maryland has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters. • The average annual temperature is 55.4°F (13°C). • The average annual precipitation is 42.7 inches (1084 mm). Summer • The average summer temperature is 75.2°F (24°C). • The average high temperature in July is 86.8°F (30.4°C). • The average low temperature in July is 63.6°F (17.6°C). • The average summer precipitation is 13.2 inches (335 mm). Winter • The average winter temperature is 35.6°F (2°C). • The average high temperature in January is 40.6°F (4.8°C). • The average low temperature in January is 24.6°F (-4.1°C). • The average winter precipitation is 10.3 inches (262 mm). Spring and Fall • The average spring temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C). • The average fall temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C). • The average spring precipitation is 10.6 inches (269 mm). • The average fall precipitation is 8.6 inches (218 mm). Other Climate Information • The average annual snowfall is 19.6 inches (50 cm). • The average number of days with measurable precipitation is 110. • The average number of days with snow cover is 14. • The average relative humidity is 68%. • The average wind speed is 9.2 mph (14.8 km/h). Climate Change • The climate of Hanover, Maryland is changing. The average annual temperature has increased by 1.8°F (1°C) since 1895. • The average annual precipitation has increased by 4.5 inches (114 mm) since 1895. • The average number of days with extreme heat (temperatures above 90°F or 32°C) has increased by 10 days since 1950. • The average number of days with extreme cold (temperatures below 32°F or 0°C) has decreased by 10 days since 1950. Sources • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) • Climate Change Science Program (CCSP) • Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Hanover is home to the Patuxent Research Refuge, a 12,000-acre wildlife sanctuary renowned for its bald eagle population. • The area's streams and ponds support a diverse array of aquatic life, including bass, catfish, and bluegill. • The local forests are inhabited by deer, foxes, and a variety of bird species. Science • The Goddard Space Flight Center, NASA's largest science and technology center, is located in Hanover. • The University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) has a campus in Hanover, specializing in science and engineering. • The area is home to numerous technology and research companies, fostering a vibrant scientific community. Personalities • Dr. James E. Webb, the second NASA Administrator, lived in Hanover and played a key role in the Apollo program. • Dr. Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, was a professor at UMBC. • Dr. Jane Goodall, renowned primatologist, has visited the Patuxent Research Refuge and conducted research there. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.National Aquarium (Baltimore, MD): One of the largest and most comprehensive aquariums in the United States, featuring a diverse collection of marine life from around the world. 2.Maryland Science Center (Baltimore, MD): A hands-on science museum with exhibits on a wide range of topics, including space, physics, and biology. 3.Baltimore Inner Harbor (Baltimore, MD): A vibrant waterfront area with restaurants, shops, museums, and attractions, including the USS Constellation and the Maryland Science Center. |
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