| Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
 | | West Canton, North Carolina Climate Summary General Climate     •   Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild winters.•   Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
 Temperature     •   Average annual temperature  55.8°F (13.2°C)     •   Average summer temperature  75.2°F (24°C)     •   Average winter temperature  36.4°F (2.4°C)     •   Record high temperature  103°F (39.4°C)     •   Record low temperature  -15°F (-26.1°C) Precipitation     •   Average annual precipitation  45.2 inches (114.8 cm)     •   Average snowfall  10.2 inches (25.9 cm)     •   Most precipitation occurs in  March and July     •   Least precipitation occurs in  October Humidity     •   Average annual relative humidity  70%     •   Humid months  June, July, August     •   Dry months  October, November, December Wind     •   Average wind speed  8.5 mph (13.7 km/h)     •   Prevailing wind direction  Southwest Sunshine     •   Average annual sunshine  2,128 hours     •   Sunniest months  June, July, August     •   Cloudiest months  December, January, February Other Climate Features     •   Tornado risk  Moderate     •   Hail risk  Moderate     •   Severe thunderstorm risk  Moderate     •   Drought risk  Occasional Climate Change Impacts     •   Increasing average temperatures•   More frequent and intense heat waves
 •   Heavier precipitation events
 •   Increased risk of flooding and landslides
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 | Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
 Tourist Attractions| | Natural History     •   West Canton is home to the Pisgah National Forest, renowned for its biodiversity and scenic waterfalls.     •   The area is known for its diverse birdlife, including the endangered Red-cockaded Woodpecker.     •   The Swannanoa River flows through West Canton, providing habitat for aquatic species like the Eastern Hellbender salamander. Science     •   The Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute (PARI) is located in West Canton, conducting cutting-edge research in astronomy and astrophysics.     •   The University of North Carolina at Asheville operates a research station in West Canton, focusing on environmental science and conservation. Personalities     •   Thomas Wolfe, the renowned American novelist, spent his early years in West Canton and drew inspiration from the area in his works.     •   Carl Sandburg, the Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, visited West Canton and wrote a poem about the Pisgah Forest.     •   William Sydney Porter, known by his pen name O. Henry, lived in West Canton for a brief period and wrote several short stories set in the area. | 
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 Nearby Cities:| | 1.Blue Ridge Parkway - A scenic 469-mile parkway that winds through the Blue Ridge Mountains, offering breathtaking views and access to hiking trails, waterfalls, and historic sites. 2.Great Smoky Mountains National Park - A vast and diverse national park that straddles the border of North Carolina and Tennessee, known for its towering peaks, lush forests, and abundant wildlife. 3.Cataloochee Valley - A beautiful and secluded valley located within Great Smoky Mountains National Park, featuring historic log cabins, a working farm, and stunning mountain views. | 
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