Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Climate Summary for Greensburg, PA General Climate • Humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. • Warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • Moderate precipitation throughout the year. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 51.4°F (10.8°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 70.8°F (21.6°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 27.2°F (-2.7°C) • Record High Temperature 101°F (38.3°C) • Record Low Temperature -22°F (-30°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 42.2 inches (1072 mm) • Average Snowfall 37.1 inches (94.2 cm) • Wettest Month May (4.7 inches/119 mm) • Driest Month February (2.6 inches/66 mm) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,220 hours • Sunniest Month July (245 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (148 hours) Other Climate Features • Growing Season 160-180 days • Hardiness Zone 6a • Köppen Climate Classification Dfa (Humid Continental Climate with Warm Summer) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest • Average Humidity 70% Climate Trends • Average temperatures have been increasing over the past century. • Precipitation patterns have become more variable, with more intense storms and droughts. • The frequency and severity of extreme weather events, such as heat waves and heavy precipitation, is expected to increase in the future. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Greensburg is located in the Laurel Highlands, a region known for its scenic mountains, forests, and waterfalls. • The Loyalhanna Creek, a tributary of the Allegheny River, flows through the city. • The Westmoreland County Airpark, located nearby, is a popular spot for birdwatching. Science • The Westmoreland Museum of American Art in Greensburg features a collection of scientific instruments from the 18th and 19th centuries. • The city is home to the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, which offers undergraduate and graduate programs in science and technology. Personalities • Arnold Palmer, the legendary golfer, was born in Greensburg. • Fred Rogers, the creator of the children's television show \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Bushy Run Battlefield State Park: A historic site where the Battle of Bushy Run took place in 1763 during Pontiac's War. It features a visitor center, hiking trails, and a reconstructed fort. 2.Westmoreland Museum of American Art: A renowned art museum with a collection spanning from colonial times to the present. It showcases works by renowned artists such as Mary Cassatt, Edward Hopper, and Andy Warhol. 3.Greensburg Garden and Civic Center: A 20-acre park that offers a serene oasis in the heart of Greensburg. It features a Japanese garden, rose garden, arboretum, and a variety of walking trails. |
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