Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Climate Summary for Chanhassen, Minnesota Location Carver County, Minnesota Latitude 44.83°N Longitude -93.67°W Elevation 902 feet (275 meters) Climate Type Humid Continental (Köppen Dfa) Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 46.2°F (7.9°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 70.2°F (21.2°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 19.6°F (-6.9°C) • Record High Temperature 105°F (40.6°C) • Record Low Temperature -36°F (-37.8°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 31.5 inches (800 mm) • Average Snowfall 53.6 inches (136 cm) • Average Number of Precipitation Days 110 Humidity • Average Relative Humidity 73% Wind • Average Wind Speed 10.2 mph (16.4 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction Northwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,400 hours Climate Characteristics • Warm, humid summers with occasional thunderstorms. • Cold, snowy winters with frequent snowstorms. • Ample precipitation throughout the year, with slightly higher amounts in the summer. • High humidity levels, especially during the summer months. • Moderate wind speeds, with prevailing winds from the northwest. • Abundant sunshine, especially during the summer. Climate Trends • Rising average temperatures, with more frequent extreme heat events. • Increasing precipitation, particularly in the form of heavy rainfall. • More frequent and intense storms, including tornadoes and hail. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Chanhassen is home to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, a 1,200-acre botanical garden showcasing native and exotic plant species. • Lake Minnetonka, bordered by Chanhassen, is the largest lake in Minnesota by surface area. Science • The Carver County Historical Society's Science Museum features exhibits on local natural history, including fossils, minerals, and wildlife. • The University of Minnesota's Landscape Arboretum Research Center conducts cutting-edge research on plant science and horticulture. Personalities • Walter Mondale, former Vice President of the United States, was born in Chanhassen in 1928. • David Letterman, comedian and late-night talk show host, grew up in Chanhassen. • Prince, the iconic musician, lived and recorded in Chanhassen for many years. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Chanhassen Dinner Theatres: A renowned entertainment destination featuring Broadway-style musicals, concerts, and special events. 2.Minnesota Zoo: Home to over 5,000 animals from around the world, including polar bears, tigers, and gorillas. 3.Carver Park Reserve: A vast natural area with hiking trails, lakes, and a variety of outdoor activities, including fishing, kayaking, and cross-country skiing. |
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