| Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
 | | Lucama, North Carolina Climate Summary General Climate  Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Temperature     •   Average annual temperature: 58.6°F (14.8°C)•   Average summer temperature (June-August): 79°F (26°C)
 •   Average winter temperature (December-February): 40°F (4°C)
 •   Record high temperature: 105°F (40.6°C)
 •   Record low temperature: -2°F (-19°C)
 Precipitation     •   Average annual precipitation: 46.2 inches (117 cm)•   Driest month: October (2.7 inches)
 •   Wettest month: July (5.3 inches)
 •   Average snowfall: 3.8 inches (9.7 cm)
 Humidity     •   Average annual relative humidity: 73%•   Most humid month: July (80%)
 •   Least humid month: October (65%)
 Wind     •   Average wind speed: 6.5 mph (10.5 km/h)•   Prevailing wind direction: Southwest
 Sunshine     •   Average annual sunshine hours: 2,600•   Sunniest month: July (300 hours)
 •   Cloudiest month: December (160 hours)
 Extreme Weather     •   Tornadoes: Rare, but possible•   Hurricanes: Occasional, but can cause significant damage
 •   Floods: Can occur during heavy rainfall events
 •   Ice storms: Infrequent, but can cause power outages and travel disruptions
 Climate Change Projections     •   Increasing temperatures: Projected to increase by 2-4°F (1-2°C) by mid-century.•   More frequent and intense heat waves.
 •   Heavier rainfall events, leading to increased flooding.
 •   Sea level rise: Not a significant concern for Lucama, which is located inland.
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 | Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
 Tourist Attractions| | Natural History     •   Lucama is situated in the Coastal Plain region, known for its diverse flora and fauna.     •   The Neuse River, a major tributary of the Pamlico Sound, flows through the town, supporting a variety of aquatic life.     •   The area is home to several protected natural areas, including the Neuse River Trail and the Contentnea Creek Natural Area. Science     •   Lucama was the site of the Lucama Test Facility, a NASA research center that tested rocket engines in the 1960s and 1970s.     •   The town is home to the Edgecombe Community College, which offers science and technology programs. Personalities     •   Dr. James E. Shepard, a prominent African American physician and civil rights activist, was born in Lucama in 1884.     •   Dr. Henry L. Johnson, a Tuskegee Airman and recipient of the Distinguished Flying Cross, was also from Lucama.     •   The town is named after the Lucama tribe, a Native American group that once inhabited the area. | 
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 Nearby Cities:| | 1.Falls Lake State Recreation Area (15 miles from Lucama): A large reservoir with opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, camping, and hiking. 2.Historic Halifax State Historic Site (10 miles from Lucama): The site of the Halifax Resolves, the first official call for American independence from Great Britain. 3.Rocky Mount Mills (15 miles from Lucama): A former textile mill that has been transformed into a mixed-use development with shops, restaurants, and a museum. | 
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