Climate Summary
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| Hanover, PA Climate Summary General Climate Humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 54.2°F (12.3°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 75.2°F (24°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 32.7°F (0.4°C) • Record High Temperature 103°F (39.4°C) • Record Low Temperature -16°F (-26.7°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 41.7 inches (106 cm) • Average Snowfall 27.4 inches (69.6 cm) • Wettest Month June (4.5 inches or 11.4 cm) • Driest Month February (2.5 inches or 6.4 cm) Humidity • Average Annual Humidity 72% • Highest Humidity Month July (78%) • Lowest Humidity Month January (65%) Wind • Average Wind Speed 9.7 mph (15.6 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,550 hours • Sunniest Month July (310 hours) • Cloudiest Month December (160 hours) Other Climate Features • Tornadoes Rare, but possible • Severe Thunderstorms Common, especially in the spring and summer • Freezing Rain Occasional • Ice Storms Rare • Blizzards Rare Climate Change Impacts • Rising Temperatures Hanover has experienced a gradual increase in average temperatures over the past century. • Increased Precipitation The area has seen a slight increase in precipitation, particularly during the winter months. • More Extreme Weather Events Severe thunderstorms and heat waves are becoming more frequent and intense. • Changes in Plant and Animal Life Some plant and animal species are shifting their ranges northward or adapting to the changing climate. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Hanover is located in the Piedmont physiographic province, characterized by rolling hills and fertile soils. • Codorus Creek, a tributary of the Susquehanna River, flows through the town, providing habitat for diverse aquatic life. • The area was once home to vast forests, which were cleared for agriculture and development. Science • Hanover was the birthplace of inventor and industrialist Henry J. Heinz (1844-1919), founder of the H.J. Heinz Company. • The Hanover Shoe Farm, founded in 1899, was a major employer and innovator in the footwear industry. • The town is home to the Hanover Area Historical Museum, which houses exhibits on local history, including its industrial heritage. Personalities • George Washington visited Hanover in 1777, during the American Revolutionary War. • Thaddeus Stevens (1792-1868), a prominent abolitionist and congressman, was born in Hanover. • John W. Forney (1817-1881), a newspaper editor and politician, was also a native of Hanover. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1. Codorus State Park: This park offers a variety of activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, boating, and swimming. There are also several picnic areas and playgrounds. 2. Hanover Junction Railroad Museum: This museum is home to a collection of historic locomotives and railroad cars. Visitors can take a guided tour of the museum and learn about the history of the railroad in Hanover. 3. Hanover Area Historical Society: This museum tells the story of Hanover's past. Visitors can learn about the town's founding, its role in the Civil War, and its industrial development. |
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