Climate Summary
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| Philipsburg, PA Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
• Average annual temperature: 47.4°F (8.6°C)
• Average annual precipitation: 42.2 inches (1072 mm) Temperature • Summer Warm and humid, with average daily highs in the mid-80s°F (29-30°C) and lows in the mid-60s°F (18-19°C). • Winter Cold and snowy, with average daily highs in the mid-30s°F (1-2°C) and lows in the mid-20s°F (-4°C). • Spring and Fall Mild and variable, with average daily highs in the mid-60s°F (18-19°C) and lows in the mid-40s°F (7°C). Precipitation • Average annual precipitation 42.2 inches (1072 mm) • Distribution Well-distributed throughout the year, with slightly more precipitation in the summer months. • Snowfall Average annual snowfall of 40.4 inches (1026 mm) • Thunderstorms Common during the summer months Other Climate Features • Humidity High humidity levels throughout the year, especially in the summer. • Wind Prevailing winds from the west and northwest • Sunshine Average of 204 sunny days per year • Growing season Approximately 160 days, from mid-April to mid-October Climate Extremes • Record high temperature 103°F (39.4°C) • Record low temperature -20°F (-28.9°C) • Highest daily precipitation 6.16 inches (156 mm) • Greatest annual snowfall 102.5 inches (260 cm) |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Philipsburg is home to Mosquito Creek Lake, a 2,500-acre reservoir known for its bass fishing and bald eagle sightings. • The area boasts diverse flora, including the endangered bog turtle and the rare mountain laurel. Science • The town was named after Henry Philips, a geologist who discovered coal deposits in the region. • Philipsburg was a major center for coal mining and railroad transportation in the 19th century. • Today, the Philipsburg Municipal Building houses the Coal Heritage Center, showcasing the town's mining history. Personalities • Dr. George B. McClellan, a prominent geologist and natural historian, lived and worked in Philipsburg. • John Blair Linn, a Presbyterian minister and abolitionist, founded the Philipsburg Academy in 1812. • The town is also associated with the legendary frontiersman and scout, Simon Girty. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.The Big Savage Tunnel is a historic railroad tunnel located in Garrett County, Maryland, near the border with Pennsylvania. The tunnel was built in the late 1800s and is one of the longest and most impressive railroad tunnels in the United States. Today, the tunnel is a popular tourist attraction and is open to the public for tours. 2.The Flight 93 National Memorial is a memorial to the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93, which crashed in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, on September 11, 2001. The memorial is located on the site of the crash and includes a visitor center, a memorial wall, and a field of honor. 3.The Quehanna Wild Area is a 70,000-acre wilderness area located in Cameron and Elk counties, Pennsylvania. The Quehanna Wild Area is home to a variety of plant and animal life, including black bears, white-tailed deer, and bald eagles. The area is also popular for hiking, camping, and fishing. |
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