Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Smithville, Tennessee Climate Summary Average Temperatures | Month | Average High (°F) | Average Low (°F) | |---|---|---| | January | 45 | 27 | | February | 50 | 30 | | March | 59 | 38 | | April | 69 | 47 | | May | 78 | 57 | | June | 86 | 66 | | July | 89 | 69 | | August | 88 | 68 | | September | 80 | 60 | | October | 70 | 49 | | November | 59 | 39 | | December | 48 | 30 | Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 54 inches • Wettest months: March, April, and May • Driest months: October, November, and December Snowfall • Average annual snowfall: 5 inches • Snowiest months: January and February Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 2,300 hours • Sunniest months: June, July, and August Wind • Prevailing wind direction: Southwest • Average wind speed: 10 mph Other Climate Features • Tornado Risk Moderate • Hail Risk Moderate • Drought Risk Moderate • Humid Subtropical Climate Hot, humid summers and mild, wet winters Climate Trends • Increasing average temperatures • More frequent and intense extreme weather events • Changes in precipitation patterns, with more intense rainfall events and longer dry spells |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Smithville is home to the Smithville Cave System, Tennessee's longest cave system, with over 50 miles of explored passages. • The area is known for its rich biodiversity, including rare plant species such as the Tennessee Coneflower and the Cumberland Rosemary. Science • In 1963, a meteorite fell near Smithville, creating a crater that is now a National Natural Landmark. • The town is part of the Upper Cumberland Plateau, a region known for its geological formations and fossil discoveries. Personalities Cordell Hull:Nobel Peace Prize winner and U.S. Secretary of State, was born in Smithville in 1871. Dr. William C. Martin:Renowned botanist and discoverer of the Smithville Cave System, lived in the town from 1928 to 1965. Dr. James A. Mason:Inventor and founder of the Mason Jar, had a factory in Smithville in the late 19th century. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Smithville Fiddlers Jamboree - The Smithville Fiddlers Jamboree is a weekly live music show that has been running for over 60 years. The show features a variety of musical genres, including bluegrass, country, gospel, and old-time music. 2.Cumberland Caverns - Cumberland Caverns is a series of underground caves that are located near Smithville. The caves are home to a variety of formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and flowstone. Visitors can take a guided tour of the caves or go on a self-guided tour. 3.Smithville Village - Smithville Village is a historic village that is located in the center of Smithville. The village is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and museums. Visitors can also take a horse-drawn carriage ride through the village. |
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