Climate Summary
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| Hertford, North Carolina Climate Summary General Climate • Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
• Located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 8a. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 59.8°F (15.4°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 78.5°F (25.8°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 41.9°F (5.5°C) • Record High Temperature 105°F (40.6°C) • Record Low Temperature -6°F (-21.1°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 49.1 inches (124.7 cm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (Wettest Month) August, 5.5 inches (14.0 cm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (Driest Month) October, 3.1 inches (7.9 cm) • Average Snowfall 2.8 inches (7.1 cm) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 72% • Average Summer Relative Humidity 79% • Average Winter Relative Humidity 67% Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,635 hours • Average Summer Sunshine 290 hours per month • Average Winter Sunshine 180 hours per month Wind • Average Annual Wind Speed 7.2 mph (11.6 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction Southwest Other Climate Features • Tornado Risk Moderate • Hurricane Risk Low • Frost-Free Period March 15th • November 15th (approximately 245 days) |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Hertford is located in the Albemarle-Pamlico Peninsula, a biodiversity hotspot known for its coastal wetlands, forests, and estuaries. • The Perquimans River, which flows through Hertford, is home to a diverse fish population, including striped bass, flounder, and catfish. • The area around Hertford is a prime birdwatching destination, with over 250 species recorded, including bald eagles, ospreys, and great blue herons. Science • Hertford was the site of one of the first cotton gins in the United States, invented by Eli Whitney in 1793. • The town is home to the Hertford County Agricultural Research Station, which conducts research on crop production and soil management. • Hertford is also the location of the Albemarle-Pamlico National Estuary Research Reserve, which studies the ecology and conservation of the Albemarle-Pamlico Sound. Personalities • William R. Davie, a Revolutionary War general and governor of North Carolina, was born in Hertford. • Elizabeth Freeman, an enslaved African American who successfully sued for her freedom in Massachusetts, was born in Hertford. • James E. Shepard, a prominent African American inventor and businessman, was born in Hertford. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Jockey's Ridge State Park (Nags Head, NC): Located about 30 miles from Hertford, Jockey's Ridge is the tallest active sand dune on the Atlantic coast. Visitors can enjoy sandboarding, hang gliding, kite flying, and hiking along the dunes. 2.Wright Brothers National Memorial (Kill Devil Hills, NC): About 35 miles from Hertford, this memorial commemorates the historic flight of the Wright brothers in 1903. Visitors can explore the visitor center, see replicas of the Wright Flyer, and walk along the beach where the flight took place. 3.Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge (Manteo, NC): Located about 20 miles from Hertford, this refuge is home to a variety of wildlife, including alligators, black bears, and migratory birds. Visitors can enjoy hiking, kayaking, and fishing in the refuge. |
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