Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Cherryville, Pennsylvania Climate Summary Location Carbon County, Pennsylvania, USA Latitude 40.96° N Longitude -75.72° W Elevation 1,050 ft (320 m) Climate Zone Humid continental climate (Köppen: Dfb) Average Annual Temperature 49.2°F (9.6°C) Average Annual Precipitation 43.36 inches (110.1 cm) • Snowfall: 51.6 inches (131.1 cm) Average Monthly Temperatures | Month | Average High (°F) | Average Low (°F) | |---|---|---| | January | 34.5 | 18.6 | | February | 39.1 | 22.8 | | March | 48.9 | 30.6 | | April | 61.7 | 40.5 | | May | 73.6 | 51.2 | | June | 81.7 | 60.6 | | July | 86.4 | 64.9 | | August | 84.6 | 63.2 | | September | 77.1 | 55.6 | | October | 65.6 | 43.9 | | November | 52.0 | 33.3 | | December | 39.3 | 23.2 | Average Monthly Precipitation | Month | Average Precipitation (inches) | |---|---| | January | 3.42 | | February | 3.08 | | March | 3.74 | | April | 4.00 | | May | 4.37 | | June | 4.41 | | July | 4.65 | | August | 4.36 | | September | 4.10 | | October | 3.87 | | November | 3.65 | | December | 3.71 | Climate Characteristics • Warm summers Average July temperatures are in the mid-80s (°F). • Cold winters Average January temperatures are in the mid-30s (°F). • Significant precipitation The area receives an average of over 43 inches of precipitation annually, with the wettest months being July and August. • Snowfall Cherryville receives an average of over 50 inches of snowfall annually. • Humid climate Humidity levels are generally high throughout the year. • Seasonal variation The climate experiences distinct seasons, with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Cherryville, PA, named after the abundant wild cherry trees, has a rich natural history. The town is situated on the Kittatinny Ridge, part of the Appalachian Mountains, and is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna. One notable personality from Cherryville is Dr. Henry D. Paxson (1850-1919), a renowned botanist and physician. Paxson was instrumental in establishing the Cherryville Bog, a 40-acre natural area known for its rare and endangered plant species. Cherryville is also home to the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, a world-renowned birdwatching destination. The sanctuary is situated on the Kittatinny Ridge and provides an unobstructed view of the Appalachian Mountains. During the fall migration, hundreds of thousands of hawks and eagles soar over the ridge, making it one of the best places in the world to witness this spectacle. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Cherryville National Historic District - This 20-acre district includes over 40 historic buildings, including the Cherryville General Store, the Cherryville Hotel, and the Cherryville Schoolhouse. Visitors can learn about the history of the town and its role in the anthracite coal industry. 2.Lehigh Gorge State Park - This 7,000-acre park is home to the Lehigh River Gorge, a deep and narrow canyon with sheer cliffs and waterfalls. Visitors can enjoy hiking, biking, fishing, and camping in the park. 3.Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - This 2,600-acre sanctuary is a major raptor migration site. Visitors can see hawks, eagles, and other birds of prey as they migrate through the area. The sanctuary also offers hiking trails and educational programs. |
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