Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Gettysburg, Pennsylvania Climate Summary General Climate • Humid subtropical climate (Köppen classification: Cfa) • Warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters Temperature • Average annual temperature 54.4°F (12.4°C) • January average 30.9°F (-0.6°C) • July average 73.6°F (23.1°C) • Record high 106°F (41°C) • Record low -22°F (-30°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation 41.9 inches (106 cm) • Average annual rainfall 37.6 inches (95 cm) • Average annual snow 43.4 inches (110 cm) • Wettest month May (4.6 inches) • Driest month January (2.4 inches) Other Climate Data • Average relative humidity 73% • Average wind speed 11.4 mph (18.3 km/h) • Average number of sunny days 205 • Growing season 185 days (April 20 • October 22) • Hardiness zone 6a Seasonal Climate Spring (March-May) • Mild temperatures, ranging from 40s to 60s°F • Frequent rainfall and occasional thunderstorms • Occasional frost or snow in early spring Summer (June-August) • Hot and humid, with temperatures often in the 80s°F • High humidity and frequent thunderstorms • Occasional heat waves Autumn (September-November) • Pleasant temperatures, ranging from 50s to 70s°F • Decreasing rainfall and cooler nights • Foliage changes from green to vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows Winter (December-February) • Cold and snowy, with temperatures often below freezing • Frequent snowstorms and icy conditions • Occasional thaws and rain |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Gettysburg is home to the Gettysburg National Military Park, which preserves the battlefield and natural resources of the area. • The park contains over 1,300 species of plants, including the rare and endangered dwarf hackberry. • The park also supports a diverse wildlife population, including white-tailed deer, black bears, and over 200 species of birds. Science • The Gettysburg Address was delivered on November 19, 1863, by President Abraham Lincoln. The speech is considered a masterpiece of American oratory and has been analyzed by scientists for its use of language and rhetoric. • The Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War. The Union victory boosted morale and led to the eventual defeat of the Confederacy. Personalities • General Robert E. Lee, commander of the Confederate Army, was present at the Battle of Gettysburg. • General George G. Meade, commander of the Union Army, defeated Lee at Gettysburg. • President Abraham Lincoln visited Gettysburg in November 1863 to dedicate the Soldiers' National Cemetery and deliver his famous address. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1. Gettysburg National Military Park 2. Eisenhower National Historic Site 3. Jennie Wade House |
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