Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
Eyota, Minnesota Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate, characterized by warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 47.3°F (8.5°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 70.7°F (21.5°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 22.1°F (-5.5°C) • Record High Temperature 108°F (42.2°C) • Record Low Temperature -38°F (-38.9°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 32.8 inches (833 mm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (June-August) 4.5 inches (114 mm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (December-February) 1.5 inches (38 mm) • Average Number of Rainy Days 105 Snowfall • Average Annual Snowfall 45.7 inches (116 cm) • Average Monthly Snowfall (December-February) 15.2 inches (38.6 cm) Wind • Average Wind Speed 10.8 mph (17.4 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,453 hours • Average Daily Sunshine (June-August) 8.5 hours Growing Season • Average Frost-Free Period 150 days (May 10 • September 28) Climate Extremes • Extreme Heat Temperatures can exceed 100°F (37.8°C) during summer heat waves. • Extreme Cold Temperatures can drop below -20°F (-28.9°C) during winter cold snaps. • Heavy Snowfall Snowfall events can exceed 10 inches (25 cm) during winter storms. • Flooding Heavy rainfall events can lead to localized flooding. • Tornadoes While not common, tornadoes can occur in the region during spring and summer. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
Natural History • Eyota lies within the Driftless Area, a region untouched by glaciers during the last ice age, resulting in unique topography and diverse flora. • The Root River, a designated trout stream, flows through the town, supporting a variety of aquatic life. • Eyota is home to several natural areas, including the 150-acre Eyota Prairie, one of the largest remaining prairies in southeastern Minnesota. Science • Eyota was the site of the Eyota Meteorite Strike in 1870, which produced a 15-foot crater and fragments that are still on display in the town. • The town is home to the Eyota Animal Health Center, a world-renowned research facility for animal diseases. Personalities • Dr. Charles Mayo, co-founder of the Mayo Clinic, was born in Eyota in 1865. • The town is also the birthplace of Dr. William Worrall Mayo, a prominent surgeon who served as the first president of the American College of Surgeons. • Eyota native Dr. Helen Taussig was a pioneering cardiologist who developed the \ |
| Tourist Attractions
1.Mayowood Stone Barns (Rochester, MN): A historic estate featuring beautiful gardens, sculptures, and a mansion that offers guided tours. 2.Quarry Hill Nature Center (Rochester, MN): A 328-acre nature preserve with hiking trails, a butterfly garden, and a visitor center with exhibits on local wildlife. 3.Mayo Clinic (Rochester, MN): A world-renowned medical center that offers guided tours of its campus and exhibits on medical history and innovation. |
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