Climate Summary
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| Helena, Mississippi Climate Summary General Climate • Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild, wet winters.
• Average annual temperature: 64.3°F (17.9°C)
• Average annual precipitation: 54.3 inches (138 cm) Summer (June-August) • Hot and humid with average high temperatures in the mid-90s (°F) and average low temperatures in the mid-70s (°F).
• Frequent thunderstorms and occasional tropical storms. Fall (September-November) • Mild and pleasant with average high temperatures in the mid-70s (°F) and average low temperatures in the mid-50s (°F).
• Decreasing humidity and less frequent rainfall. Winter (December-February) • Mild with average high temperatures in the mid-50s (°F) and average low temperatures in the mid-30s (°F).
• Occasional cold snaps with temperatures below freezing.
• Frequent rainfall and occasional ice storms. Spring (March-May) • Variable weather with periods of warmth and cold.
• Average high temperatures in the mid-70s (°F) and average low temperatures in the mid-50s (°F).
• Increasing humidity and more frequent rainfall. Precipitation • Rainfall is evenly distributed throughout the year, with slightly higher amounts in the winter and spring.
• Average monthly precipitation ranges from 3.5 inches (9 cm) in October to 5.5 inches (14 cm) in March. Sunshine • Helena receives an average of 2,500 hours of sunshine per year.
• The sunniest months are June and July, with an average of 9 hours of sunshine per day. Extreme Weather • Hurricanes and tropical storms can occur during the summer and fall months.
• Tornadoes are possible but less common.
• Ice storms can occur during the winter months. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Helena is home to the Mississippi River Delta, a vast and biologically diverse ecosystem. • The area boasts over 200 species of fish, including the endangered pallid sturgeon. • The Mississippi Flyway, a major migratory route for birds, passes through Helena. Science • Helena was once a major center for cotton production and processing. • In the 19th century, Helena was home to the largest cotton compress in the world. • The city's history is intertwined with the science of agriculture and cotton cultivation. Personalities William Johnson:A freed slave who became a wealthy businessman and philanthropist in Helena. John Springer:A Civil War veteran who founded the Helena World newspaper, one of the oldest African American newspapers in the country. James Meredith:A civil rights activist who enrolled in the University of Mississippi in 1962, sparking the Ole Miss Riot. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Mississippi Children's Museum** 2.Mississippi Museum of Natural Science** 3.Mississippi Civil Rights Museum** |
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