Climate Summary
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| Prentiss, Mississippi Climate Summary Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 61.9°F (16.6°C) • Average High Temperature in July 90.9°F (32.7°C) • Average Low Temperature in January 33.1°F (0.6°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 54.84 inches (139.3 cm) • Average Monthly Precipitation in July 6.17 inches (15.7 cm) • Average Monthly Precipitation in January 4.56 inches (11.6 cm) Snowfall • Average Annual Snowfall 0.5 inches (1.3 cm) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 73% • Average Monthly Relative Humidity in July 75% • Average Monthly Relative Humidity in January 70% Wind • Average Annual Wind Speed 6.9 mph (11.1 km/h) • Average Monthly Wind Speed in July 5.8 mph (9.3 km/h) • Average Monthly Wind Speed in January 7.8 mph (12.6 km/h) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine Hours 2,489 • Average Monthly Sunshine Hours in July 291 • Average Monthly Sunshine Hours in January 161 Climate Classification • Köppen Climate Classification Cfa (Humid Subtropical Climate) Additional Climate Information • Prentiss experiences hot, humid summers with average temperatures in the 80s and 90s Fahrenheit.
• Winters are mild with average temperatures in the 40s and 50s Fahrenheit.
• The area receives ample rainfall throughout the year, with the wettest months being April and May.
• Snowfall is rare, occurring only occasionally during the winter months.
• Hurricanes and tropical storms can occasionally impact the area, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Prentiss is located in the Piney Woods region of Mississippi, known for its diverse flora and fauna. • The area is home to the De Soto National Forest, which boasts over 500,000 acres of longleaf pine forests, wetlands, and wildlife habitats. • The forest is a significant ecosystem for numerous species, including the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker. Science • Prentiss is home to the Prentiss Institute, a historic African American educational institution founded in 1907. • The institute played a crucial role in promoting agricultural science and education in the region. • Its founder, Booker T. Washington, established a model farm and taught students modern farming techniques. Personalities Booker T. Washington:Born a slave in Virginia, Washington became a prominent educator and civil rights leader. He founded the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama and the Prentiss Institute in Mississippi. Charles Evers:A civil rights activist and politician, Evers served as the first African American mayor of Fayette, Mississippi, from 1969 to 1989. Charles Moore:A renowned artist and sculptor, Moore is known for his large-scale sculptures made from recycled materials. He established the International Sculpture Center in Prentiss. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Prentiss Institute Museum - This museum tells the story of the Prentiss Institute, a historically black college that was founded in 1907. The museum has exhibits on the school's history, its famous alumni, and its role in the civil rights movement. 2.Prentiss County Courthouse - This historic courthouse was built in 1904 and is a beautiful example of Beaux-Arts architecture. The courthouse is still in use today and is a popular tourist attraction. 3.Prentiss County Lake - This 1,000-acre lake is a great place to go fishing, boating, or swimming. The lake is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and waterfowl. |
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