Climate Summary
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| Sharpsburg, Pennsylvania Climate Summary General Climate Humid continental climate, characterized by warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Temperature • Average annual temperature: 53.1°F (11.7°C)
• Average summer temperature (June-August): 73.3°F (22.9°C)
• Average winter temperature (December-February): 30.1°F (-1.1°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 38.7 inches (983 mm)
• Average snowfall: 29.8 inches (75.7 cm)
• Most precipitation occurs during the summer months. Humidity • Average annual humidity: 71%
• Summers are humid, with average humidity levels around 75%. Wind • Prevailing wind direction: West-southwest
• Average wind speed: 10.1 mph (16.3 km/h) Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 2,041 hours
• Summers are sunnier than winters. Extreme Weather • Tornadoes Rare, but possible during the summer months. • Flooding Can occur along the Allegheny River during heavy rainfall events. • Winter storms Can bring heavy snowfall and icy conditions. Additional Notes • The climate of Sharpsburg is influenced by its location in the Pittsburgh metropolitan area, which tends to have slightly warmer temperatures and more precipitation than surrounding rural areas.
• The city's proximity to the Allegheny River also contributes to higher humidity levels.
• Climate change is expected to bring warmer temperatures, more intense precipitation events, and increased frequency of extreme weather to the region. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History and Science • Sharpsburg is home to the Allegheny River, a vital waterway that supports diverse aquatic life. • The town's proximity to Pittsburgh has influenced its air quality, with the city's industrial past leaving a legacy of pollution. • The Sharpsburg Flats, a floodplain along the river, provides habitat for migratory birds and other wildlife. Personalities Andrew Carnegie:The famous industrialist and philanthropist lived in Sharpsburg as a young man. His childhood home is now a museum. Henry Frick:Carnegie's business partner and the namesake of the Frick Art & Historical Center, was born in Sharpsburg. George Westinghouse:The inventor and entrepreneur founded the Westinghouse Electric Company in Sharpsburg in the late 19th century. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Antietam National Battlefield (Sharpsburg, MD): This historic site commemorates the bloodiest single-day battle in American history, which took place in 1862. Visitors can explore the battlefield, visit the museum, and attend ranger-led programs. 2.C&O Canal National Historical Park (Sharpsburg, MD): This scenic park follows the path of the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal, which was built in the 19th century to transport goods between Washington, D.C. and Cumberland, MD. Visitors can hike, bike, or boat along the canal, and visit historic lockhouses and towpaths. 3.Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (Harpers Ferry, WV): This park preserves the site of John Brown's raid on the federal arsenal in 1859, which helped to spark the American Civil War. Visitors can explore the historic town, visit the museum, and attend ranger-led programs. |
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