Climate Summary
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| Davidsville, Pennsylvania Climate Summary Davidsville, Pennsylvania has a humid continental climate, characterized by warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average annual temperature: 48.6°F (9.2°C)
• Average summer temperature (June-August): 70.6°F (21.4°C)
• Average winter temperature (December-February): 28.3°F (-2.1°C)
• Record high temperature: 103°F (39.4°C)
• Record low temperature: -22°F (-30°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 41.6 inches (1057 mm)
• Average snowfall: 40.3 inches (1024 mm)
• Most precipitation occurs in May and June
• Least precipitation occurs in February and March Humidity • Average relative humidity: 73%
• Highest humidity occurs in July and August Wind • Prevailing wind direction: West-northwest
• Average wind speed: 8.6 mph (13.8 km/h) Other Climate Features • Growing season: 165 days
• Hardiness zone: 6a
• Köppen climate classification: Dfa (humid continental) Climate Trends • Temperatures have been increasing over the past century, with an average increase of 2.2°F (1.2°C) since 1901.
• Precipitation has also been increasing, with an average increase of 5 inches (127 mm) since 1901.
• The frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as heat waves and heavy rainfall, are also increasing. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Davidsville lies within the Appalachian Plateau, characterized by rolling hills and abundant forests. • The Conemaugh River, a tributary of the Ohio River, flows through the area, providing habitat for diverse aquatic life. • The region is home to a variety of plant and animal species, including black bears, deer, and various bird species. Science • Davidsville was the site of an early 19th-century iron furnace, contributing to the development of the region's iron industry. • The town is located near the Johnstown Inclined Plane, a historic railroad that transported coal and passengers up and down the steep Allegheny Mountains. Personalities • Francis Shunk, the 11th Governor of Pennsylvania, was born in Davidsville in 1788. • Johnstown Flood survivor Molly Maguires was a resident of Davidsville. • The town is home to the Davidsville Historical Society, which preserves and interprets the area's rich history. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Flight 93 National Memorial (Stoystown, PA): A somber and moving memorial to the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93, which crashed in a field near Shanksville, PA on September 11, 2001. The memorial includes a visitor center, a memorial plaza, and a walking trail. 2.Quecreek Mine Rescue Site (Somerset, PA): The site of the dramatic 2002 mine rescue that saved nine trapped miners. Visitors can tour the mine and learn about the rescue operation. 3.Laurel Hill State Park (Somerset County, PA): A beautiful park with hiking trails, waterfalls, and scenic overlooks. The park is also home to the Laurel Hill Golf Course and the Laurel Hill Lake. |
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