Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Climate Summary for Shippensburg, PA Location Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, USA Climate Type Humid Subtropical (Cfa) Average Temperature • Annual: 52.3°F (11.3°C) • Winter (December-February): 30.5°F (-0.8°C) • Spring (March-May): 47.5°F (8.6°C) • Summer (June-August): 70.6°F (21.4°C) • Fall (September-November): 53.8°F (12.1°C) Average Precipitation • Annual: 42.4 inches (1077 mm) • Winter: 10.2 inches (259 mm) • Spring: 11.2 inches (284 mm) • Summer: 11.6 inches (295 mm) • Fall: 9.4 inches (239 mm) Average Snowfall • Annual: 26.2 inches (66.5 cm) • Winter: 20.6 inches (52.3 cm) Growing Season • Average first frost: October 15th • Average last frost: April 15th • Growing season length: 183 days Humidity • Annual average relative humidity: 73% • Summer average relative humidity: 78% • Winter average relative humidity: 68% Wind • Prevailing wind direction: West • Average wind speed: 9.2 mph (14.8 km/h) Other Climate Features • Shippensburg experiences occasional thunderstorms, particularly during the summer months. • The area is prone to drought during the summer and early fall. • Severe weather events, such as tornadoes and hailstorms, can occur but are relatively rare. • The climate is generally favorable for outdoor activities year-round, with mild temperatures and ample sunshine. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Shippensburg is home to the Letterkenny Army Depot, the largest ammunition storage and distribution facility in the world. • The town is located in the Great Appalachian Valley, known for its rolling hills and fertile soil. • The nearby South Mountain contains the Caledonia State Park, a popular destination for hiking and wildlife viewing. Science • Shippensburg University is a public university with a strong focus on STEM education. • The university is home to the Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Precision Products, a research center dedicated to advanced manufacturing technologies. • Shippensburg is also home to the Shippensburg Astronomical Society, which operates a public observatory. Personalities • James Buchanan, the 15th President of the United States, lived in Shippensburg for a time. • Molly Pitcher, a legendary figure from the American Revolutionary War, is said to have lived in the area. • Thaddeus Stevens, a prominent abolitionist and congressman, was born in Shippensburg. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Shippensburg University: A public university with a beautiful campus and a variety of cultural and historical attractions, including the Shippensburg University Art Gallery, the Kauffman Museum, and the Old Main Building. 2.Shippensburg Historical Society: A local history museum that tells the story of Shippensburg and the surrounding area, from its founding in the 18th century to the present day. 3.Burd's Fort Park: A historical park that commemorates the site of a frontier fort built during the French and Indian War. The park features a replica of the fort, as well as hiking trails and picnic areas. |
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