Climate Summary
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| South Coatesville, PA Climate Summary Average Temperatures • January 28°F (-2°C) • July 77°F (25°C) • Annual Average 52°F (11°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Rainfall 44 inches (112 cm) • Average Annual Snowfall 20 inches (51 cm) • Wettest Month July (4.5 inches) • Driest Month February (2.6 inches) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,400 hours • Sunniest Month July (8 hours per day) • Cloudiest Month December (4 hours per day) Wind • Average Wind Speed 9 mph (14 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction West-southwest Climate Classification • Humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa) Climate Characteristics • Hot and humid summers Temperatures regularly reach the 80s and 90s (27-32°C) with high humidity. • Cold winters Temperatures can drop below freezing, and snowfall is common. • Moderate precipitation Rainfall is distributed throughout the year, with slightly higher amounts in the summer. • Four distinct seasons South Coatesville experiences all four seasons, with warm springs, hot summers, cool autumns, and cold winters. • Proximity to the Atlantic Ocean The influence of the ocean moderates temperatures and brings moisture to the region. Additional Climate Notes • South Coatesville is located in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 6b, indicating that it is suitable for plants that can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°F (-21°C).
• The area is prone to occasional thunderstorms, especially during the summer months.
• Climate change is expected to bring warmer temperatures, more frequent and intense storms, and changes in precipitation patterns to the region in the future. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • South Coatesville is home to the Brandywine River, a major tributary of the Delaware River. The river supports a diverse ecosystem, including over 100 species of fish and 50 species of reptiles and amphibians. • The area around South Coatesville was once a vast forest, dominated by oak, hickory, and maple trees. Today, much of the forest has been cleared for development, but remnants can still be found in the nearby Brandywine Valley. Science • In 1860, the Lukens Steel Company established a steel mill in South Coatesville. The mill was one of the largest in the United States and played a major role in the development of the American steel industry. • In the 20th century, South Coatesville became a center for chemical manufacturing. The DuPont Company operated a large chemical plant in the town, producing a variety of products, including nylon and explosives. Personalities • Bayard Rustin (1912-1987), a prominent civil rights activist, was born in South Coatesville. Rustin played a key role in organizing the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom in 1963. • John Lukens (1798-1855), the founder of the Lukens Steel Company, was a prominent industrialist and philanthropist. Lukens donated land for the construction of the town's first church and school. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Brandywine River Museum of Art (Chadds Ford, PA): This museum showcases American art from the 19th and 20th centuries, with a focus on the work of the Wyeth family. 2.Longwood Gardens (Kennett Square, PA): These world-renowned gardens feature over 1,000 acres of stunning horticultural displays, including fountains, conservatories, and a meadow garden. 3.Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (Wilmington, DE): This museum is home to one of the largest collections of American decorative arts in the world, as well as a beautiful garden and research library. |
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