Climate Summary
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| West View, Pennsylvania Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.
• Influenced by its proximity to Lake Erie, which moderates temperatures somewhat. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 50.9°F (10.5°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 71.8°F (22.1°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 29.1°F (-1.6°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 36.2 inches (919 mm) • Average Snowfall 49.5 inches (126 cm) • Wettest Month May (3.4 inches / 86 mm) • Driest Month February (2.2 inches / 56 mm) Humidity • Average Relative Humidity 73% Wind • Prevailing Wind Direction West-northwest • Average Wind Speed 10.4 mph (16.8 km/h) Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine 2,100 hours Seasons Spring (March-May)
• Temperatures gradually rise.
• Precipitation increases, with occasional thunderstorms.
• Snowfall becomes less frequent.
Summer (June-August)
• Warm and humid.
• Occasional heavy thunderstorms.
• Lake Erie provides some cooling effect.
Autumn (September-November)
• Temperatures cool rapidly.
• Precipitation decreases.
• Foliage changes color.
Winter (December-February)
• Cold and snowy.
• Temperatures can drop below freezing for extended periods.
• Lake-effect snow can occur.
Climate Extremes • Record High Temperature 104°F (40°C) • Record Low Temperature -18°F (-28°C) • Wettest Year 2018 (52.7 inches / 1338 mm) • Driest Year 2012 (25.6 inches / 650 mm) Climate Change Impacts • Rising temperatures and increased precipitation are expected.
• More frequent and intense extreme weather events, such as heat waves, heavy rainfall, and flooding.
• Changes in plant and animal life, including the spread of invasive species. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • West View is home to the North Park Lake, a 165-acre reservoir surrounded by North Park, a vast natural area with hiking trails, fishing spots, and wildlife viewing opportunities. • The area's geology features the Pittsburgh Coal Seam, an extensive coal deposit that has been mined for centuries. Science • The Allegheny Observatory, founded in 1859, is located in West View. It houses the Thaw Refracting Telescope, one of the largest refracting telescopes in the world. • The observatory has played a significant role in astronomical research, including the discovery of the first moon of Mars. Personalities • John Brashear (1840-1920), a renowned astronomer and telescope maker, lived and worked in West View. He founded the Brashear Company, which produced high-quality telescopes and optical instruments. • George Westinghouse (1846-1914), the inventor of the air brake and founder of Westinghouse Electric, had a summer home in West View. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.North Park is a 1,500-acre park located in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. The park features a variety of amenities, including a golf course, a swimming pool, a lake, and hiking trails. 2.The Andy Warhol Museum is a museum dedicated to the life and work of Andy Warhol. The museum houses a large collection of Warhol's artwork, including paintings, prints, and sculptures. 3.The Carnegie Science Center is a science museum located in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The museum features a variety of interactive exhibits on science and technology. |
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