Climate Summary
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| Imperial, PA Climate Summary Location Southwestern Pennsylvania, approximately 30 miles southwest of Pittsburgh Climate Zone Humid Continental Average Annual Temperature 51.9°F (11.1°C) Average Annual Precipitation 39.6 inches (1006 mm) Average Annual Snowfall 25.2 inches (64 cm) Seasonality • Spring (March-May) Mild and rainy, with average temperatures ranging from 40°F to 65°F (4°C to 18°C). • Summer (June-August) Warm and humid, with average temperatures ranging from 65°F to 85°F (18°C to 29°C). • Fall (September-November) Cool and crisp, with average temperatures ranging from 50°F to 70°F (10°C to 21°C). • Winter (December-February) Cold and snowy, with average temperatures ranging from 20°F to 40°F (-7°C to 4°C). Precipitation • Rainfall is distributed fairly evenly throughout the year, with slightly higher amounts in the spring and summer months.
• Snowfall typically occurs from December to March, with the heaviest snowfall in January and February.
• Imperial is located in a region that experiences occasional thunderstorms and hail, especially during the summer months. Sunshine • Imperial receives an average of 2,050 hours of sunshine per year.
• The sunniest months are June and July, with an average of over 8 hours of sunshine per day.
• The cloudiest months are December and January, with an average of less than 5 hours of sunshine per day. Wind • The prevailing wind direction is from the west and southwest.
• Wind speeds are generally moderate, with an average wind speed of 10 mph (16 km/h).
• Strong winds can occur during thunderstorms and other weather events. Climate Extremes • The highest recorded temperature in Imperial was 103°F (39°C) in July 1936.
• The lowest recorded temperature was -22°F (-30°C) in January 1994.
• The greatest amount of snowfall in a single month was 30.5 inches (77 cm) in February 2010. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Imperial is home to Raccoon Creek State Park, a 7,572-acre natural area featuring hiking trails, fishing, and wildlife observation. • The park is a designated Important Bird Area, supporting a diverse array of migratory and resident species. • The Raccoon Creek watershed is home to a variety of aquatic life, including fish, amphibians, and reptiles. Science • Imperial was the site of the Imperial Chemical Company, a major producer of explosives during World War II. • The company's research and development facility played a significant role in the development of the atomic bomb. • Today, Imperial is home to the Allegheny General Hospital Research Institute, which conducts cutting-edge medical research. Personalities • The town is named after Empress Eugenie de Montijo, wife of Napoleon III of France. • Imperial was the birthplace of James H. Reed, a prominent labor leader who served as president of the United Mine Workers of America from 1920 to 1940. • The town is also known for its annual \ |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.The Andy Warhol Museum is located in Pittsburgh, PA, which is about 20 miles from Imperial. The museum houses the largest collection of Warhol's work in the world, including paintings, prints, sculptures, and films. 2.The Carnegie Museum of Natural History is also located in Pittsburgh, PA. The museum has a wide variety of exhibits on natural history, including dinosaurs, animals, and plants. 3.The Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens is located in Pittsburgh, PA. The conservatory has a beautiful collection of plants from all over the world, as well as a variety of special exhibits. |
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