Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Orchard Hills, PA Climate Summary Location Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States Latitude 40.20° N Longitude -74.98° W Elevation 361 feet (110 meters) Climate Type Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa) Average Annual Temperature 54.2°F (12.3°C) Average Annual Precipitation 43.2 inches (1097 mm) Average Annual Snowfall 28.9 inches (734 mm) Seasonal Climate Spring (March-May) • Average temperature: 45.8-63.5°F (7.7-17.5°C) • Average precipitation: 10.7 inches (272 mm)
Summer (June-August) • Average temperature: 68.6-82.4°F (20.3-28°C) • Average precipitation: 12.2 inches (310 mm)
Autumn (September-November) • Average temperature: 53.6-67.8°F (12-19.9°C) • Average precipitation: 10.1 inches (256 mm)
Winter (December-February) • Average temperature: 28.7-41.2°F (-1.8-5.1°C) • Average precipitation: 10.2 inches (259 mm)
Extreme Weather • Record high temperature 104°F (40°C) on July 22, 2011 • Record low temperature -12°F (-24°C) on January 22, 1984 • Average number of days with thunderstorms 25 • Average number of days with fog 10 Other Climate Features • Growing season 180-200 days • Hardiness zone 6b • Average humidity 65% • Average wind speed 10 mph (16 km/h) |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Orchard Hills, PA, is a suburban community with a rich natural history.Geology: Orchard Hills is located in the Piedmont physiographic province, characterized by rolling hills and valleys formed by the erosion of ancient mountains. The underlying bedrock is primarily gneiss and schist, formed during the Grenville Orogeny about 1 billion years ago. Flora:The area was once covered by a dense mixed hardwood forest, dominated by oak, hickory, and maple trees. Today, the forest has been largely cleared for development, but remnants can still be found in local parks and natural areas. Fauna:The area is home to a variety of wildlife, including white-tailed deer, raccoons, opossums, and squirrels. Birds such as cardinals, blue jays, and robins are common. Notable Personalities:Orchard Hills has been home to several notable individuals, including: Dr. Jonas Salk (1914-1995):Developed the first successful polio vaccine. Dr. Benjamin Spock (1903-1998):Pediatrician and author of the influential book \ |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Sesame Place (Langhorne, PA): A popular theme park for families with young children, featuring rides, shows, and characters from the beloved Sesame Street franchise. 2.Parx Casino and Racing (Bensalem, PA): A casino and horse racing track that offers gambling, dining, and entertainment options. 3.Morris Arboretum (Philadelphia, PA): A beautiful botanical garden with over 13,000 plants and trees, including a renowned rose garden and a Japanese garden. |
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