Climate Summary
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| Pearl River, Mississippi Climate Summary General Climate • Humid subtropical climate
• Mild winters with occasional cold snaps
• Hot, humid summers
• Abundant rainfall throughout the year Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 65.7°F (18.7°C) • Average High Temperature (July) 91.6°F (33.1°C) • Average Low Temperature (January) 39.2°F (4.0°C) • Record High Temperature 108°F (42.2°C) • Record Low Temperature 11°F (-11.7°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 59.28 inches (150.6 cm) • Average Number of Rainy Days 110 • Wettest Month (March) 6.11 inches (15.5 cm) • Driest Month (October) 2.91 inches (7.4 cm) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 74% • Highest Humidity Month (June) 81% • Lowest Humidity Month (October) 65% Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine Hours 2,790 • Sunniest Month (July) 305 hours • Cloudiest Month (December) 170 hours Other Climate Characteristics • Tornado Risk Moderate • Hurricane Risk Low • Severe Thunderstorm Risk High • Hail Risk Moderate • Snowfall Occasional light snowfall, but rarely accumulates Climate Trends • Increasing average temperatures
• Increasing frequency and intensity of heavy rainfall events
• Rising sea levels Notes • Climate data is based on historical records from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).
• Climate trends are based on data from the past few decades and may not be indicative of future trends.
• Climate can vary significantly within a region, and the information provided here is a general overview for Pearl River, Mississippi. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Pearl River is home to the largest freshwater bald cypress forest in the world, covering over 100,000 acres. • The river is a vital habitat for numerous fish species, including the endangered Gulf sturgeon. • The area's rich soil and abundant rainfall support a diverse ecosystem, including longleaf pine savannas and bottomland hardwood forests. Science • The Stennis Space Center, a NASA facility, is located just north of Pearl River. • The University of Southern Mississippi's Gulf Coast Research Laboratory is a renowned center for marine science and conservation. • The Pearl River Valley Water Supply District provides water to over 300,000 people in the region. Personalities • Chief Mingo Mushulatubbee, a Choctaw leader, established a village on the banks of the Pearl River in the 18th century. • James Audubon, the renowned naturalist, visited the area in the 1820s and painted many of its birds. • William Faulkner, the Nobel Prize-winning author, spent his childhood in Oxford, Mississippi, which is located on the Pearl River. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Pearl River Wildlife Management Area: A vast natural area with diverse habitats, including wetlands, forests, and rivers. It offers opportunities for hiking, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing. 2.Mississippi Aquarium: Located in nearby Gulfport, this state-of-the-art aquarium showcases a wide variety of marine life, including sharks, stingrays, jellyfish, and sea turtles. 3.Stennis Space Center: A NASA facility located in nearby Hancock County. Visitors can take guided tours of the facilities, learn about space exploration, and view exhibits on space technology and history. |
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