Climate Summary
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| Blawnox, Pennsylvania Climate Summary Location Allegheny County, Western Pennsylvania Climate Zone Humid Continental (Köppen Dfa) Average Annual Temperature 52.2°F (11.2°C) Average Annual Precipitation 38.7 inches (983 mm) Average Annual Snowfall 32.4 inches (823 mm) Detailed Climate Data Temperature • Average January Temperature 29.6°F (-1.3°C) • Average July Temperature 74.9°F (23.8°C) • Record High Temperature 104°F (40°C) • Record Low Temperature -15°F (-26°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Rainfall 35.3 inches (897 mm) • Average Annual Snowfall 32.4 inches (823 mm) • Wettest Month May (4.3 inches or 109 mm) • Driest Month February (2.2 inches or 56 mm) Other Climate Features • Growing Season 180-200 days • Average Relative Humidity 70% • Average Wind Speed 6.8 mph (10.9 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest Climate Trends • Over the past century, average temperatures in Blawnox have increased by about 2°F (1.1°C).
• Annual precipitation has increased slightly, with more frequent heavy rainfall events.
• The number of days with temperatures below freezing has decreased. Climate Impacts • Extreme Heat Heat waves can occur during the summer months, posing health risks to vulnerable populations. • Flooding Heavy rainfall events can lead to localized flooding, particularly in low-lying areas. • Winter Storms Snowstorms and icy conditions can disrupt transportation and infrastructure. • Air Quality Air pollution from industrial and transportation sources can impact air quality in Blawnox. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Blawnox is home to the Blawnox Woods, a 12-acre forest with a diverse ecosystem, including over 100 species of trees and wildflowers. • The nearby Allegheny River supports a variety of aquatic life, including fish, turtles, and waterfowl. Science • In the 19th century, Blawnox was a center for steel production. The Blaw-Knox Company, founded in 1890, developed innovative technologies for the industry. • Today, Blawnox is home to the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center, one of the world's most powerful supercomputers, used for scientific research. Personalities • Andrew Carnegie, the steel magnate, lived in Blawnox for a time. • George B. McClellan, Jr., the mayor of New York City from 1904 to 1909, was born in Blawnox. • Edward R. Murrow, the legendary journalist, grew up in Blawnox. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.The Andy Warhol Museum (Pittsburgh, PA): Located just a few miles from Blawnox, this museum houses the largest collection of Warhol's works in the world. 2.The Carnegie Museum of Natural History (Pittsburgh, PA): This museum features exhibits on dinosaurs, animals, and the environment. 3.The Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens (Pittsburgh, PA): This beautiful conservatory features a variety of plants and flowers from around the world. |
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