Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Glen Rock, Pennsylvania Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • Four distinct seasons with moderate temperature variations. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 51.6°F (11°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 71.6°F (22°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 30.6°F (-0.8°C) • Record High Temperature 104°F (40°C) • Record Low Temperature -16°F (-26.7°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 43.2 inches (1100 mm) • Average Snowfall 26.6 inches (67.6 cm) • Wettest Month May (4.4 inches) • Driest Month February (2.6 inches) Humidity • Average Annual Humidity 64% • Most Humid Month July (70%) • Least Humid Month January (55%) Wind • Average Wind Speed 9.3 mph (15 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Other Climate Characteristics • Growing Season 170-180 days • Hardiness Zone 6a • Average Number of Thunderstorm Days 15 • Average Number of Foggy Days 20 • Average Number of Clear Days 120 Climate Trends • Increasing temperatures over the past century, with more frequent heat waves. • Decreasing snowfall and more frequent winter precipitation as rain. • More intense and frequent storms, including thunderstorms and heavy rainfall events. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Glen Rock is home to the Codorus Creek, which is designated as a Pennsylvania Scenic River. • The area was once a vast forest, with oak, hickory, and maple trees. Today, the town is surrounded by farmland and rolling hills. Science • The Glen Rock Quarry was once a major source of limestone, which was used in the construction of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. • The town was also home to the Glen Rock Scientific and Historical Society, which was founded in 1885 and is still active today. Personalities • Glen Rock was the birthplace of George W. Glick, a prominent geologist and paleontologist. • The town was also home to Dr. Samuel S. Shorb, a physician and naturalist who wrote extensively about the local flora and fauna. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1. Codorus State Park: This park offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, and camping. It is also home to the Codorus Creek, which is a popular spot for kayaking and canoeing. 2. Glen Rock Mill Inn: This historic inn was built in 1795 and is one of the oldest operating inns in the United States. It is a popular spot for weddings and other special events. 3. Susquehanna State Park: This park is located along the Susquehanna River and offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, and boating. It is also home to the Susquehanna River Trail, which is a popular spot for hiking and biking. |
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