Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Crystal Lakes, Ohio Climate Summary Location Portage County, Ohio, United States Climate Zone Humid Continental (Köppen: Dfb) Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 48.2°F (9.0°C) • Average January Temperature 25.0°F (-3.9°C) • Average July Temperature 71.3°F (21.8°C) • Record High Temperature 98°F (36.7°C) • Record Low Temperature -24°F (-31.1°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 35.6 inches (904 mm) • Average Snowfall 50.4 inches (128 cm) • Wettest Month June (4.2 inches / 107 mm) • Driest Month February (2.2 inches / 56 mm) Humidity • Average Relative Humidity 73% • Most Humid Month July (78%) • Least Humid Month January (68%) Wind • Average Wind Speed 10.2 mph (16.4 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,041 hours • Sunniest Month July (259 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (136 hours) Other Climate Features • Tornado Risk Moderate • Hail Risk Moderate • Extreme Heat Risk Low • Extreme Cold Risk High Climate Summary Crystal Lakes, Ohio experiences a humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperatures can vary significantly throughout the year, with average highs in the 70s°F (20s°C) during the summer and lows in the 20s°F (-3s°C) during the winter. Precipitation is distributed fairly evenly throughout the year, with slightly more rain in the summer months. The area receives a moderate amount of snowfall, averaging around 50 inches (128 cm) per year. The humidity levels are generally high, especially during the summer months. The prevailing wind direction is west-southwest, and the area experiences moderate to high winds. Crystal Lakes has a moderate risk of tornadoes and hail, but a low risk of extreme heat and a high risk of extreme cold. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Crystal Lakes, Ohio, is a census-designated place within Summit County, Ohio. It is named after the two crystal-clear lakes within the community: Crystal Lake and Shadow Lake. Natural History • The lakes were formed by glaciers during the last ice age, approximately 10,000 years ago. • The lakes are spring-fed and have a maximum depth of about 60 feet. • The surrounding area is home to a variety of plant and animal life, including bald eagles, blue herons, and white-tailed deer. Science • Crystal Lakes is home to the Ohio State University's Stone Laboratory, a research and education facility dedicated to the study of freshwater ecosystems. • The laboratory has been conducting research on the lakes and surrounding area since 1895. • Scientists at Stone Laboratory have made significant contributions to our understanding of lake ecology, water quality, and climate change. Personalities • Crystal Lakes is the birthplace of inventor and industrialist Harvey Firestone, founder of the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company. • Firestone's former estate, Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, is now a museum and public park. • Other notable residents of Crystal Lakes include author Sherwood Anderson and artist Grant Wood. |
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