Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Yale, Michigan Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • Located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 5b. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 47.5°F (8.6°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 68.4°F (20.2°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 24.7°F (-4.1°C) • Record High Temperature 105°F (40.6°C) • Record Low Temperature -27°F (-32.8°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 32.9 inches (836 mm) • Average Snowfall 49.5 inches (126 cm) • Wettest Month June (4.4 inches/112 mm) • Driest Month February (1.7 inches/43 mm) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,150 hours • Sunniest Month July (270 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (120 hours) Wind • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest • Average Wind Speed 10.4 mph (16.7 km/h) Other Climate Data • Growing Season 160-180 days • First Frost Date October 10th • Last Frost Date April 20th • Average Humidity 72% Climate Trends • Like many areas in the Great Lakes region, Yale is experiencing a slight increase in average temperatures and precipitation. • The number of days with extreme heat and heavy precipitation events is also increasing. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History and Science • Yale is home to the Yale Swamp, a 1,000-acre wetland complex designated as a State Natural Area for its diverse flora and fauna. • The town is located within the St. Clair Flats, the largest freshwater delta in North America, known for its rich fish and wildlife populations. • Yale is a popular destination for birdwatching, with over 250 species recorded in the area. Personalities John Muir (1838-1914):The renowned naturalist and conservationist spent his childhood in Yale. His experiences in the Yale Swamp inspired his lifelong passion for the wilderness. Charles Lindbergh (1902-1974):The aviation pioneer lived in Yale for several years as a boy. He attended Yale High School and developed a love for flying while observing birds in the area. Dr. Samuel Mudd (1833-1883):A physician who treated John Wilkes Booth after the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln, Mudd was imprisoned in Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas. He later lived and practiced medicine in Yale. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Blue Water Bridge - A suspension bridge that spans the St. Clair River and connects Port Huron, Michigan, to Sarnia, Ontario. It is one of the busiest international crossings in North America and offers stunning views of the river and surrounding area. 2.Huron Lightship Museum - A museum ship that is a replica of the last lightship to serve on the Great Lakes. It is located in Port Huron and offers visitors a chance to learn about the history of lightships and their role in maritime safety. 3.Great Lakes Maritime Center - A museum that is dedicated to the maritime history of the Great Lakes. It is located in Port Huron and features exhibits on shipbuilding, navigation, and the people who have worked on the lakes. |
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