Climate Summary
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| Kirtland, Ohio Climate Summary General Climate Humid continental climate with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 51.1°F (10.6°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 72.5°F (22.5°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 27.5°F (-2.5°C) • Record High Temperature 103°F (39.4°C) • Record Low Temperature -26°F (-32.2°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 38.2 inches (970 mm) • Average Snowfall 52.3 inches (133 cm) • Wettest Month May (4.3 inches / 110 mm) • Driest Month February (2.3 inches / 58 mm) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 70% • Highest Humidity Summer (75-80%) • Lowest Humidity Winter (55-65%) Wind • Average Wind Speed 10.3 mph (16.6 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,037 hours • Sunniest Month July (270 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (120 hours) Seasons • Spring (March-May) Mild and wet, with occasional frost. • Summer (June-August) Hot, humid, and sunny. • Autumn (September-November) Cool and dry, with changing foliage. • Winter (December-February) Cold, snowy, and windy. Climate Extremes • Heat Waves Temperatures can reach into the 90s (°F) during summer heat waves. • Cold Snaps Temperatures can drop below 0°F (°C) during winter cold snaps. • Tornadoes Kirtland is located in an area with a moderate risk of tornadoes. • Blizzards Heavy snowstorms can occur during winter, causing significant travel disruptions. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Kirtland is home to the Holden Arboretum, a 1,200-acre botanical garden with over 10,000 plant species. • The Kirtland Warbler, an endangered bird species, was first discovered in the area in 1851. • The Kirtland Hills are a unique geological formation with steep slopes and ravines. Science • The Kirtland Temple, built in the 1830s, was a marvel of engineering for its time. • The Kirtland Anti-Banking Society, founded in 1837, was an early experiment in cooperative banking. • The Kirtland Safety Society, established in 1838, was a utopian community that attempted to live in harmony with nature. Personalities • Joseph Smith, founder of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, lived in Kirtland from 1831 to 1838. • Brigham Young, successor to Joseph Smith, also lived in Kirtland and played a key role in the community. • Sidney Rigdon, a prominent Mormon leader, was also a resident of Kirtland. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Holden Arboretum is a 3,600-acre botanical garden with a collection of over 10,000 trees and shrubs. The arboretum is open to the public year-round and offers a variety of educational programs and events. 2.Kirtland Temple is a historic Latter-day Saint temple that was built in 1833. The temple is located in Kirtland, Ohio, and is a popular tourist destination for members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. 3.Mentor Marsh State Nature Preserve is a 680-acre state nature preserve that is home to a variety of plant and animal life. The preserve is open to the public year-round and offers a variety of hiking trails and other recreational opportunities. |
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