Climate Summary
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| McMurray, Pennsylvania Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with four distinct seasons.
• Warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
• Precipitation is well-distributed throughout the year. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 52.4°F (11.3°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 72.1°F (22.3°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 30.5°F (-0.8°C) • Record High Temperature 104°F (40°C) • Record Low Temperature -22°F (-30°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 39.4 inches (100 cm) • Average Snowfall 27.8 inches (71 cm) • Wettest Month May (4.5 inches / 11.4 cm) • Driest Month February (2.3 inches / 5.8 cm) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 72% • Most Humid Month July (77%) • Least Humid Month January (65%) Wind • Average Wind Speed 9.3 mph (15 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,050 hours • Sunniest Month July (270 hours) • Least Sunny Month December (120 hours) Other Climate Features • Growing Season 170-180 days • Hardiness Zone 6a • Tornado Risk Moderate • Hurricane Risk Low Climate Change Impacts • Rising temperatures are expected to increase the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, and floods.
• Increased precipitation is likely to lead to more frequent and severe flooding.
• Changes in precipitation patterns may impact water availability and agricultural productivity. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • McMurray is home to the McMurray Shale Formation, a geological formation known for its abundant fossils, including trilobites, brachiopods, and crinoids. • The area was once covered by a vast forest of hemlock, oak, and maple trees. Today, remnants of these forests can be found in the nearby Montour Run Park. Science • In 1888, the McMurray Oil Field was discovered, making it one of the first major oil fields in the United States. • The town is named after John McMurray, a geologist who played a key role in the development of the oil industry in the region. Personalities • Andrew Carnegie, the industrialist and philanthropist, spent his childhood in McMurray. His former home, the Carnegie House, is now a museum. • George Westinghouse, the inventor and electrical engineer, also had a home in McMurray, where he conducted experiments on alternating current. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.The Meadows Casino and Racetrack is a popular entertainment destination located just outside of McMurray. The casino features over 3,000 slot machines and 100 table games, as well as a variety of restaurants and bars. The racetrack hosts live horse racing from April to November. 2.South Park is a large park located in Bethel Park, just north of McMurray. The park offers a variety of recreational activities, including hiking, biking, fishing, and boating. There are also several picnic areas and playgrounds located throughout the park. 3.The Carnegie Science Center is a science museum located in Pittsburgh, just a short drive from McMurray. The museum features over 250 interactive exhibits on science and technology. There is also a planetarium and an IMAX theater located at the museum. |
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