Climate Summary
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| Aberdeen, Mississippi Climate Summary General Climate Aberdeen, Mississippi has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and mild, wet winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 64.6°F (18.1°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 80.2°F (26.8°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 44.6°F (7°C) • Record High Temperature 110°F (43.3°C) • Record Low Temperature -10°F (-23.3°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 55.91 inches (141.99 cm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (June-August) 8.11 inches (20.6 cm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (December-February) 5.28 inches (13.4 cm) Humidity • Average Relative Humidity 74% • High Humidity Months June-August • Low Humidity Months October-December Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 247 days • Highest Sunshine Months May-August • Lowest Sunshine Months December-February Wind • Prevailing Wind Direction South-southeast • Average Wind Speed 7.6 mph (12.2 km/h) Other Climate Features • Tornado Risk Moderate • Hurricane Risk Low • Severe Thunderstorm Risk High • Hail Risk Moderate • Ice Storm Risk Rare Climate Trends • Over the past century, Aberdeen has experienced a slight increase in average annual temperature and a decrease in average annual precipitation.
• The frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as heavy rainfall and tornadoes, are expected to increase in the future due to climate change. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Aberdeen is located in the Black Belt Prairie region, known for its fertile soil and diverse flora and fauna. • The city is home to the Aberdeen Lock and Dam, which regulates water levels on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway and creates a popular fishing spot. Science • Aberdeen was the site of the first cotton gin in Mississippi, invented by Eli Whitney in 1793. • The city is home to the Mississippi State University Coastal Research and Extension Center, which conducts research on marine science and coastal ecosystems. Personalities Jefferson Davis:The President of the Confederate States of America was born in Aberdeen in 1808. William Faulkner:The Nobel Prize-winning author spent his childhood in Aberdeen and used the city as the inspiration for his fictional town of Jefferson in his novels. John Grisham:The best-selling author was born in Jonesboro, Arkansas, but grew up in Aberdeen and attended the University of Mississippi Law School there. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Aberdeen Lock and Dam is a historic lock and dam on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway. The lock is 600 feet long and 110 feet wide, and the dam is 1,200 feet long and 100 feet high. The lock and dam were built in the 1930s as part of the Tennessee Valley Authority's New Deal program. Today, the lock and dam are a popular tourist attraction, and visitors can take a boat tour of the lock or fish from the dam. 2.The Monroe County Heritage Museum is a museum that tells the story of Monroe County, Mississippi. The museum has exhibits on the county's history, culture, and people. Visitors can learn about the county's Native American heritage, its role in the Civil War, and its agricultural and industrial development. 3.The Aberdeen Arts Council is a non-profit organization that promotes the arts in Aberdeen. The Arts Council offers a variety of programs and events, including art classes, workshops, and exhibitions. Visitors can also visit the Arts Council's gallery, which features the work of local artists. |
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