Climate Summary
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| Walker, Michigan Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 47.1°F (8.4°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 68.6°F (20.3°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 25.4°F (-3.7°C) • Record High Temperature 105°F (40.6°C) • Record Low Temperature -25°F (-31.7°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 33.6 inches (854 mm) • Average Snowfall 64.1 inches (163 cm) • Wettest Month June (4.3 inches or 109 mm) • Driest Month February (1.7 inches or 43 mm) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,143 hours • Sunniest Month July (264 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (133 hours) Wind • Average Annual Wind Speed 11.2 mph (18 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Other Climate Features • Growing Season 170 days • Hardiness Zone 6a • Humid Months May-September • Severe Weather Occasional thunderstorms, tornadoes, and ice storms Climate Change Impacts • Increasing temperatures, leading to more frequent and intense heat waves.
• Changes in precipitation patterns, with more extreme rainfall events and droughts.
• Longer growing seasons and shifts in plant and animal life.
• Increased risk of flooding and other water-related hazards. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Walker is home to the Grand River, a major tributary of Lake Michigan. • The area was once covered by a vast forest, including oak, maple, and beech trees. • The Walker area is part of the Oak Openings Region, a globally rare ecosystem characterized by savanna-like vegetation. Science • The Walker Environmental Education Center provides educational programs on local ecology and conservation. • The city has several parks and nature trails, including the Walker Mill Pond Trail and the Millennium Park Trail. Personalities • John Walker, a fur trader and pioneer, founded Walker in 1834. • The city is named after him and his brother, Benjamin. • Walker was home to several prominent scientists and inventors, including: • Alexander Graham Bell, who conducted early experiments on the telephone in Walker. • Henry Ford, who had a summer home in the city. • Thomas Edison, who visited Walker to consult with Bell. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum (Grand Rapids, MI): This museum is dedicated to the life and presidency of Gerald R. Ford, the 38th President of the United States. Visitors can explore exhibits on Ford's early life, his political career, and his time in the White House. 2.John Ball Zoo (Grand Rapids, MI): This zoo is home to over 2,000 animals from around the world, including lions, tigers, bears, monkeys, and reptiles. Visitors can also explore a variety of interactive exhibits, such as the Discovery Zone and the African Savanna. 3.Grand Rapids Art Museum (Grand Rapids, MI): This museum houses a collection of over 5,000 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, and prints. Visitors can explore exhibits on American, European, and Asian art, as well as contemporary art. |
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