Climate Summary
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| Grand Island, Nebraska Climate Summary General • Humid continental climate with hot summers and cold winters.
• Located in the Great Plains region of the United States. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 50.6°F (10.3°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 75.4°F (24.1°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 24.3°F (-4.3°C) • Record High Temperature 115°F (46.1°C) • Record Low Temperature -32°F (-35.6°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 27.59 inches (701 mm) • Average Snowfall 26.2 inches (66.5 cm) • Wettest Month June (4.58 inches / 116 mm) • Driest Month January (0.64 inches / 16.3 mm) Wind • Average Wind Speed 12.3 mph (19.8 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction Northwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,900 hours • Sunniest Month July (330 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (160 hours) Other • Growing Season 165 days • Hardiness Zone 5b • Average Humidity 67% • Tornado Risk Moderate Climate Variability • Grand Island experiences significant variability in its climate, with occasional extreme weather events such as tornadoes, hailstorms, and blizzards.
• Summers can be hot and humid, while winters can be cold and snowy.
• Precipitation patterns can also vary significantly from year to year. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Grand Island is located in the Central Flyway, a major migration route for birds. Over 300 species have been recorded in the area. • The Platte River, which flows through Grand Island, is one of the largest remaining sandhill crane migration corridors in the world. • The Stuhr Museum of the Prairie Pioneer features exhibits on the natural history and Native American culture of the Great Plains. Science • Grand Island is home to the University of Nebraska at Kearney's Center for Great Plains Studies, which conducts research on the region's ecology, hydrology, and climate. • The Nebraska State Fair, held annually in Grand Island, showcases the latest agricultural technologies and innovations. Personalities • Henry Fonda, the legendary actor, was born in Grand Island in 1905. • Willa Cather, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author, lived in Grand Island as a child and based her novel \ |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Stuhr Museum of the Prairie Pioneer This living history museum showcases the lives of pioneers who settled in the Great Plains during the 19th century. Visitors can explore authentic buildings, interact with costumed interpreters, and learn about the challenges and triumphs of homesteading. 2.Grand Island Zoo and Aquarium Home to over 1,000 animals from around the world, the Grand Island Zoo and Aquarium offers a wide range of exhibits and interactive experiences. Visitors can see lions, tigers, elephants, penguins, and a variety of marine life, including sharks and stingrays. 3.Fonner Park This historic racecourse and entertainment complex hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including live music concerts, horse races, and the Nebraska State Fair. Visitors can also explore the Fonner Park Museum, which features exhibits on the history of horse racing and the fair. |
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