Climate Summary
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| Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania Climate Summary Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania has a humid continental climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 52.9°F (11.6°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 73.6°F (23.1°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 29.7°F (-1.3°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 43.2 inches (109.7 cm) • Average Snowfall 29.5 inches (74.9 cm) • Wettest Month July (4.7 inches) • Driest Month February (2.4 inches) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 67% • Summer Humidity 65-75% • Winter Humidity 60-70% Wind • Average Wind Speed 10.6 mph (17.1 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine Hours 2,050 hours • Sunniest Month July (250 hours) • Least Sunny Month December (130 hours) Climate Extremes • Record High Temperature 105°F (40.6°C) • Record Low Temperature -14°F (-25.6°C) • Average Number of Days with Thunderstorms 20 • Average Number of Days with Hail 1 Climate Change Impacts Like many areas in the United States, Fountain Hill is experiencing the effects of climate change, including: • Increased Frequency and Intensity of Extreme Heat Events Heat waves are becoming more common and severe, putting stress on human health and infrastructure. • Increased Heavy Precipitation Events Heavy rainfall events are becoming more frequent and intense, leading to flooding and erosion. • Longer Growing Seasons The average length of the growing season has increased, allowing for a wider variety of crops to be grown. • Changes in Plant and Animal Life Climate change is affecting the distribution and abundance of plant and animal species, with some species being displaced or threatened. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Fountain Hill is home to the Lehigh Gap Nature Center, a 1,200-acre preserve with diverse habitats including forests, meadows, and wetlands. • The area's limestone geology supports a rich variety of plant life, including rare orchids and ferns. • The Lehigh River, which borders the town, provides a vital habitat for fish and wildlife. Science • Fountain Hill was once a major center for the cement industry, with several cement factories operating in the area. • The town's proximity to Lehigh University has fostered a strong connection to science and technology. • Fountain Hill is home to the Lehigh Valley Science Center, a hands-on science museum that engages visitors of all ages. Personalities • Asa Packer, founder of Lehigh University, resided in Fountain Hill from 1865 until his death in 1879. • John Fritz, a renowned metallurgist and engineer, lived in Fountain Hill and was instrumental in the development of the steel industry. • Dr. Charles McIntire, a prominent evangelist, founded the Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church in Fountain Hill in 1936. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.SteelStacks (Bethlehem, PA): A 10-acre arts and culture campus featuring a concert venue, arts center, museum, and more. 2.Lehigh University (Bethlehem, PA): A prestigious private university with a beautiful campus, including the Asa Packer Mansion and the Zoellner Arts Center. 3.Historic Bethlehem (Bethlehem, PA): A charming historic district with cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and museums such as the Moravian Museum of Bethlehem and the Kemerer Museum of Decorative Arts. |
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