Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| West Leechburg, PA Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • Located in the Appalachian Plateau region, with terrain ranging from rolling hills to steep mountains. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 52.2°F (11.2°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 73.3°F (22.9°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 29.7°F (-1.3°C) • Record High Temperature 104°F (40°C) • Record Low Temperature -18°F (-28°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 42.2 inches (107.2 cm) • Average Snowfall 34.7 inches (88.1 cm) • Wettest Month May (4.4 inches) • Driest Month February (2.5 inches) Humidity • Average Annual Relative Humidity 72% • Most Humid Month July (78%) • Least Humid Month February (65%) Wind • Average Annual Wind Speed 8.5 mph (13.7 kph) • Prevailing Wind Direction Southwest Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,015 hours • Sunniest Month July (260 hours) • Least Sunny Month December (120 hours) Climate Extremes • Extreme Heat Heat waves with temperatures exceeding 90°F (32°C) are possible during the summer. • Extreme Cold Cold snaps with temperatures below 0°F (-18°C) can occur during the winter. • Flooding Heavy rainfall events can cause flooding, especially in low-lying areas. • Severe Weather Thunderstorms, hail, and tornadoes are possible, but less frequent than in other parts of the country. Climate Change Impacts • Rising temperatures are expected to lead to more frequent and intense heat waves. • Changes in precipitation patterns may result in more extreme rainfall events and droughts. • Increased frequency and intensity of severe weather events is also a concern. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History and Science • West Leechburg lies along the Kiskiminetas River, a tributary of the Allegheny River. • The area was once home to a large population of Native Americans, who utilized the river for transportation and fishing. • The Leechburg area is rich in fossils, including brachiopods, crinoids, and trilobites. Historical Personalities John Leech:A pioneer who established a ferry across the Kiskiminetas River in 1790, giving the town its name. William Frew:A prominent industrialist who founded the Frew Iron and Steel Company in 1875. John T. Ryan:A labor leader and philanthropist who was born in West Leechburg in 1869. He played a key role in the development of the United Mine Workers of America. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Allegheny River Trail (West Leechburg, PA): A scenic 11-mile paved trail along the Allegheny River, perfect for biking, walking, or rollerblading. 2.Raccoon Creek State Park (Hookstown, PA): A 7,572-acre park with a lake, hiking trails, camping, and fishing. 3.Westmoreland Heritage Trail (Greensburg, PA): A 27-mile paved trail that follows the former Pennsylvania Railroad line, connecting several communities and offering scenic views. |
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