Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Jonestown, Texas Climate Summary Jonestown, Texas has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and mild winters. Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 64.9°F (18.3°C) • Average Summer Temperature (June-August) 82.5°F (28.1°C) • Average Winter Temperature (December-February) 46.2°F (7.9°C) • Record High Temperature 112°F (44.4°C) • Record Low Temperature 8°F (-13.3°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 38.1 inches (968 mm) • Wettest Month May (5.2 inches / 132 mm) • Driest Month October (2.2 inches / 56 mm) • Average Snowfall 0.5 inches (13 mm) Humidity • Average Relative Humidity 74% • High Humidity Months May-October (80-90%) • Low Humidity Months November-April (60-70%) Wind • Average Wind Speed 10.2 mph (16.4 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction South Other Climate Features • Growing Season 250 days • Tornado Risk Moderate • Hail Risk Moderate • Drought Risk Moderate • Flood Risk Low Climate Change Impacts • Increased Temperatures Jonestown is expected to experience an increase in average temperatures by 2-4°F (1.1-2.2°C) by the end of the century. • More Extreme Heat Events The frequency and intensity of heat waves are projected to increase. • Increased Precipitation Variability The climate is expected to become more variable, with more frequent and intense rainfall events. • Increased Drought Risk Prolonged droughts are likely to become more common. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Jonestown is located in the Edwards Plateau ecoregion, known for its rolling hills, limestone outcrops, and diverse flora and fauna. • The town is home to the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge, which protects over 100,000 acres of habitat for endangered species like the golden-cheeked warbler and black-capped vireo. Science • The University of Texas at Austin's J.J. Pickle Research Campus is located near Jonestown. The campus houses numerous research facilities, including the Texas Advanced Computing Center, one of the world's largest supercomputer centers. • The town is also home to the Texas Water Development Board's Williamson County Regional Water System, which provides water to over 400,000 people in the region. Personalities • Jonestown was founded in 1854 by Dr. Anson Jones, the last president of the Republic of Texas. • The town was named after Dr. Jones's wife, Mary Smith Jones. • In 1936, Jonestown was the site of a major oil discovery that helped fuel the Texas oil boom. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Fort Hood (Killeen, TX): A sprawling military installation with museums, historic sites, and outdoor recreation opportunities. 2.Belton Lake (Belton, TX): A scenic lake offering fishing, boating, swimming, and camping. 3.Stillhouse Hollow Lake (Salado, TX): Another picturesque lake with similar amenities to Belton Lake, including fishing, boating, and swimming. |
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