Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| North Wales, Pennsylvania Climate Summary General Climate Humid continental climate with four distinct seasons. Average Temperature • Annual: 53°F (12°C) • January: 30°F (-1°C) • July: 76°F (24°C) Average Precipitation • Annual: 43 inches (109 cm) • Rainiest month: July (4.5 inches) • Driest month: February (2.5 inches) Snowfall • Annual: 25 inches (64 cm) • Snowiest month: January (9 inches) Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 2,500 hours Humidity • Average annual humidity: 65% Wind • Prevailing wind direction: West-southwest • Average wind speed: 7 mph (11 km/h) Climate Extremes • Record high temperature: 104°F (40°C) • Record low temperature: -15°F (-26°C) • Highest 24-hour precipitation: 8.8 inches (22 cm) Climate Trends • North Wales has experienced a slight increase in average temperature and precipitation over the past century. • The number of days with extreme heat and heavy precipitation has also increased. Climate Impacts • The changing climate is expected to lead to more frequent and intense heat waves, droughts, and flooding in North Wales. • Rising temperatures may also affect the local ecosystem and agricultural production. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • North Wales is home to the Wissahickon Valley, a scenic gorge with diverse flora and fauna, including over 1,000 plant species and 200 bird species. • The Gwynedd Preserve is a 250-acre natural area with wetlands, forests, and meadows, providing habitat for various wildlife. • The North Wales Watershed Association monitors and protects the local waterways, including the Wissahickon Creek and Neshaminy Creek. Science • The National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) has a facility in North Wales, conducting research on weather and climate. • The Merck Institute for Therapeutic Research, a leading pharmaceutical company, is headquartered in North Wales. • The North Wales Science Center offers STEM education programs and exhibits for students and the public. Personalities • Henry Mercer, a renowned tile maker and archaeologist, founded the Mercer Museum and Fonthill Castle in Doylestown, just north of North Wales. • George Washington Carver, the renowned scientist and inventor, taught at Tuskegee Institute in Alabama, which is now a National Historic Site. Carver had a connection to North Wales as he was a close friend of Henry Mercer. • Grace Kelly, the Hollywood actress and Princess of Monaco, was born in Philadelphia and grew up in North Wales. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Sesame Place is a children's theme park based on the popular Sesame Street television show. The park features over 20 rides and attractions, as well as live shows and character meet-and-greets. 2.Peddler's Village is a charming shopping and dining destination located in the heart of Bucks County. The village features over 60 shops and restaurants, as well as a variety of special events throughout the year. 3.New Hope and Lambertville are two charming towns located on the Delaware River. The towns are home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and art galleries, as well as a number of historical sites. |
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