Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Marlow, Oklahoma Climate Summary General Climate • Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild, dry winters.
Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 61.6°F (16.4°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 80.0°F (26.7°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 39.2°F (4.0°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 38.0 inches (965 mm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (Wettest Month) May (5.3 inches / 135 mm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (Driest Month) January (1.9 inches / 48 mm) Snowfall • Average Annual Snowfall 3.5 inches (89 mm) Wind • Prevailing Wind Direction South-southeast • Average Wind Speed 11.5 mph (18.5 km/h) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 70% • Average Summer Relative Humidity 75% • Average Winter Relative Humidity 65% Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,800 hours • Average Daily Sunshine 7.7 hours Climate Extremes • Highest Recorded Temperature 113°F (45°C) • Lowest Recorded Temperature -15°F (-26°C) • Wettest Year on Record 1983 (58.5 inches / 1486 mm) • Driest Year on Record 1956 (20.3 inches / 516 mm) Climate Change Impacts • Rising temperatures • Increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events (e.g., heat waves, droughts, floods) • Changes in precipitation patterns (e.g., more intense storms, longer dry spells)
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History and Science • Marlow is located in the Arbuckle Uplift, a geological region known for its diverse and well-preserved fossils. • The area around Marlow was once home to a vast inland sea, and the fossil record reveals a rich diversity of marine life, including trilobites, brachiopods, and corals. • The Arbuckle Wilderness Area, adjacent to Marlow, is a protected habitat for numerous plant and animal species, including black bears, bobcats, and bald eagles. Personalities Will Rogers, Jr., the son of renowned humorist Will Rogers, was born in Marlow in 1911. He became a successful actor, producer, and ambassador.Dr. Walter H. Bucher, a prominent geologist and professor at Columbia University, was born in Marlow in 1888. He made significant contributions to the understanding of the Earth's crust and tectonic processes.Dr. Annelise Anderson, a renowned paleontologist and professor at the University of California, Berkeley, was born in Marlow in 1951. Her research focuses on the evolution of early life forms and the fossil record of the Arbuckle Uplift. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge: A vast and scenic refuge home to a variety of wildlife, including bison, elk, and prairie dogs. Visitors can enjoy hiking, wildlife viewing, and fishing. 2.Medicine Park Aquarium and Natural Sciences Center: A small but informative aquarium featuring a variety of fish, reptiles, and amphibians. The center also offers educational programs and exhibits on local wildlife. 3.Fort Sill National Historic Landmark and Museum: A historic military fort that played a significant role in the American Indian Wars and the settlement of the American West. Visitors can explore the fort's buildings, exhibits, and grounds. |
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