Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Climate Summary for Polkton, North Carolina Location Anson County, North Carolina, USA Coordinates 35.02°N, 80.11°W Elevation 161 feet (49 meters) Climate Zone Humid subtropical (Köppen climate classification: Cfa) Temperature • Average annual temperature 60.7°F (15.9°C) • Average daily high temperature (July) 89.1°F (31.7°C) • Average daily low temperature (January) 28.6°F (-2.4°C) • Record high temperature 106°F (41°C) • Record low temperature -1°F (-18°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation 46.2 inches (1173 mm) • Average number of rainy days per year 110 • Driest month October (3.0 inches) • Wettest month July (5.5 inches) Snowfall • Average annual snowfall 4.2 inches (10.7 cm) • Record snowfall in a season 18.5 inches (47 cm) Humidity • Average relative humidity 75% Wind • Prevailing wind direction Southwest • Average wind speed 8 mph (13 km/h) Other • Growing season 210 days • Hardiness zone 8a Climate Summary Polkton, North Carolina experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters. The average annual temperature is 60.7°F (15.9°C), with average daily high temperatures in July reaching 89.1°F (31.7°C) and average daily low temperatures in January dropping to 28.6°F (-2.4°C). Polkton receives an average of 46.2 inches (1173 mm) of precipitation annually, with the majority of rainfall occurring during the summer months. The driest month is October, with an average of 3.0 inches of precipitation, while the wettest month is July, with an average of 5.5 inches of precipitation. Snowfall is relatively rare in Polkton, with an average of only 4.2 inches (10.7 cm) per year. However, the area has experienced occasional heavy snowstorms, with the record snowfall in a season being 18.5 inches (47 cm). The growing season in Polkton lasts for an average of 210 days, and the area is located in hardiness zone 8a. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Polkton is home to the Pee Dee National Wildlife Refuge, a 12,000-acre sanctuary for migratory waterfowl, bald eagles, and other wildlife. • The Uwharrie National Forest, known for its rugged terrain and diverse flora and fauna, borders the town. Science • Polkton was a major center for the production of turpentine and rosin in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. • The town is home to the Polkton Research and Education Center, a facility dedicated to agricultural research and education. Personalities James Polk,the 11th President of the United States, was born in Polkton in 1795. Dr. James S. Dorton,a prominent physician and inventor, was born in Polkton in 1844. He developed the Dorton Electric Belt, a popular medical device in the late 19th century. Dr. John C. Watts,a renowned cardiologist, was born in Polkton in 1925. He was a pioneer in the field of interventional cardiology. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Uwharrie National Forest: A vast and scenic forest with hiking trails, waterfalls, and camping opportunities. 2.Uwharrie Vineyards: A family-owned vineyard offering wine tastings, tours, and live music events. 3.Anson County Historical Museum: A museum dedicated to preserving the history of Anson County, with exhibits on Native American culture, the Civil War, and local industry. |
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