Climate Summary
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| Atglen, Pennsylvania Climate Summary General Climate • Humid subtropical climate (Köppen classification: Cfa)
• Warm, humid summers and cold, moderately snowy winters Temperature • Average annual temperature 54.2°F (12.3°C) • Average summer temperature (June-August) 75.3°F (24.1°C) • Average winter temperature (December-February) 32.6°F (0.3°C) • Record high temperature 103°F (39.4°C) • Record low temperature -16°F (-26.7°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation 43.5 inches (110.5 cm) • Average snowfall 24.2 inches (61.5 cm) • Wettest month May (4.6 inches / 11.7 cm) • Driest month February (2.7 inches / 6.9 cm) Humidity • Average relative humidity 70% • High humidity Summer months (June-August) • Low humidity Winter months (December-February) Wind • Prevailing wind direction West-northwest • Average wind speed 10 mph (16 km/h) Sunshine • Average annual sunshine hours 2,600 hours • Sunniest months June and July (over 300 hours) • Cloudiest month December (170 hours) Other Climate Features • Tornado risk Moderate • Hail risk Moderate • Drought risk Low • Extreme heat risk High in summer months • Extreme cold risk High in winter months |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Atglen is located in the Piedmont physiographic province, characterized by rolling hills and fertile soils. • The area was once covered by a vast forest, dominated by oak, hickory, and maple trees. • The nearby Octoraro Creek is home to diverse aquatic life, including fish, turtles, and amphibians. Science • In the 19th century, Atglen was a hub for iron production. The local iron furnaces played a significant role in the development of the American railroad industry. • The Atglen Fire Company was founded in 1888 and has served the community for over 130 years, pioneering firefighting techniques and equipment. Personalities Dr. William Darlington:A prominent botanist and conservationist who lived in Atglen in the early 19th century. He was instrumental in establishing the concept of preserving natural resources. Dr. Joseph Pancoast:A renowned surgeon and anatomist who was born in Atglen in 1805. He made significant contributions to medical science, including the development of surgical techniques. Dr. Francis Atterbury:A physician and politician who founded the town of Atglen in 1795. He served as a surgeon during the Revolutionary War and later became a prominent citizen of the community. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Struble Trail is a 5-mile paved trail that winds through the scenic French Creek State Park. The trail is perfect for walking, running, or biking, and it offers stunning views of the park's forests, meadows, and streams. 2.French Creek State Park is a 7,000-acre park that offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and camping. The park is also home to the Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site, which tells the story of the iron industry in the region. 3.Hopewell Furnace National Historic Site is a 1,700-acre site that preserves the remains of an 18th-century iron furnace. The site includes a reconstructed furnace, a blacksmith shop, a gristmill, and a variety of other buildings. Visitors can learn about the history of the iron industry and see how iron was made in the past. |
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