Climate Summary
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| Enlow, Pennsylvania Climate Summary Location 40°20'N 79°48'W Climate Type Humid continental Average Temperature • January 29°F (-1.6°C) • July 73°F (23°C) • Annual 51°F (10.6°C) Average Precipitation • January 3.6 inches (91 mm) • July 4.4 inches (112 mm) • Annual 45 inches (1143 mm) Snowfall • Average annual 34 inches (86 cm) Growing Season • Average frost-free period 160 days (April 25 • October 2) Climate Description Enlow, Pennsylvania experiences a humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. The average temperature in January is below freezing, with occasional snowfall. In July, the average temperature is in the mid-70s Fahrenheit, with high humidity levels. Precipitation is evenly distributed throughout the year, with slightly higher amounts in the summer months. The area receives an average of 45 inches of precipitation annually, including 34 inches of snowfall. The growing season in Enlow is relatively short, with an average frost-free period of 160 days. This limits the types of crops that can be grown in the area. Climate Change Impacts Climate change is expected to impact the climate of Enlow, Pennsylvania in the following ways: • Increased temperatures Average temperatures are projected to increase, leading to more extreme heat events. • Changes in precipitation patterns Precipitation is expected to become more variable, with more intense storms and longer periods of drought. • Increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events The area may experience more frequent and severe storms, heat waves, and droughts. These climate change impacts could have significant consequences for human health, infrastructure, and the local economy. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Enlow is home to the Enlow Fork, a confluence of three creeks that forms the headwaters of Chartiers Creek. • The area is rich in biodiversity, with over 400 species of plants and 150 species of birds identified. • The Enlow Fork Nature Preserve protects 1,000 acres of forest, wetlands, and meadows. Science • Enlow was the site of the world's first commercial power plant to use a gas turbine engine. • The town is also home to the Enlow Observatory, a privately-owned observatory that hosts public stargazing events. Personalities Dr. William Enlow:A prominent physician and surgeon who founded the town in 1848. Dr. Thomas M. Smith:A geologist and paleontologist who discovered the Enlow Formation, a geological formation rich in fossils. Dr. John B. Enlow:A renowned orthodontist who developed the Enlow Triangle, a method for analyzing facial growth. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Ohiopyle State Park (12 miles from Enlow): A scenic park featuring the Youghiogheny River, waterfalls, hiking trails, and whitewater rafting. 2.Fallingwater (15 miles from Enlow): Frank Lloyd Wright's iconic architectural masterpiece, built over a waterfall in the Laurel Highlands. 3.Fort Necessity National Battlefield (17 miles from Enlow): The site of George Washington's first military defeat, now preserved as a historic park. |
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