Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Maysville, North Carolina Climate Summary General Climate Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. Temperature • Average annual temperature: 59.1°F (15.1°C) • Average summer temperature (June-August): 77.6°F (25.3°C) • Average winter temperature (December-February): 38.9°F (3.8°C) • Record high temperature: 106°F (41.1°C) • Record low temperature: -1°F (-18.3°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 46.3 inches (117.6 cm) • Average rainfall per month (June): 5.2 inches (13.2 cm) • Average snowfall per year: 4.4 inches (11.2 cm) Humidity • Average annual relative humidity: 73% • Highest humidity (July): 81% • Lowest humidity (November): 65% Wind • Average annual wind speed: 6.6 mph (10.6 km/h) • Prevailing wind direction: Southwest Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 247 days • Percentage of possible sunshine: 62% Seasonal Characteristics • Spring (March-May) Mild temperatures, increasing rainfall, and occasional thunderstorms. • Summer (June-August) Hot and humid, with frequent thunderstorms and occasional tropical storms. • Autumn (September-November) Pleasant temperatures, decreasing rainfall, and beautiful fall foliage. • Winter (December-February) Mild, with occasional cold spells and light snow or ice. Climate Trends • Maysville has experienced a slight increase in average temperatures in recent decades. • The frequency and intensity of heavy rainfall events have also increased. • The average number of days with thunderstorms has remained relatively stable. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Maysville is located within the Coastal Plain physiographic province, characterized by rolling hills, pine forests, and pocosins. • The Trent River, a major tributary of the Neuse River, flows through the town. • The area is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including white-tailed deer, black bears, and various bird species. Science • Maysville was the site of a Naval Auxiliary Landing Field during World War II. • The town is home to the Maysville Science & Technology Center, which offers educational programs and exhibits on science and technology. • Dr. James E. Shepard, a prominent scientist and inventor, was born and raised in Maysville. Personalities • Thomas Lanier Clingman, a Confederate general and U.S. Senator, lived in Maysville during his childhood. • John W. Harrelson, a former Major League Baseball player, was born in Maysville. • The town is named after Colonel John Mays, a Revolutionary War veteran who settled in the area. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1. Hammocks Beach State Park 2. Fort Macon State Park 3. North Carolina Aquarium at Pine Knoll Shores |
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