Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Las Lomas, Texas Climate Summary Location Cameron County, Texas, USA Latitude 26.08° N Longitude -97.44° W Elevation 10 feet (3 meters) Climate Type Humid subtropical (Köppen Cfa) Temperature • Average Annual Temperature 74.1°F (23.4°C) • Average January Temperature 59.9°F (15.5°C) • Average July Temperature 85.6°F (29.8°C) • Record High Temperature 103°F (39.4°C) • Record Low Temperature 23°F (-5°C) Precipitation • Average Annual Precipitation 27.1 inches (688 mm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (January) 1.8 inches (46 mm) • Average Monthly Precipitation (July) 4.4 inches (112 mm) • Wettest Month September (4.7 inches / 120 mm) • Driest Month January (1.8 inches / 46 mm) Humidity • Average Annual Humidity 75% • Average Monthly Humidity (January) 72% • Average Monthly Humidity (July) 79% Wind • Average Annual Wind Speed 12.2 mph (19.6 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction East-southeast Sunshine • Average Annual Sunshine Hours 2,804 hours • Average Monthly Sunshine Hours (January) 186 hours • Average Monthly Sunshine Hours (July) 290 hours Other Climate Features • Growing Season Year-round • Hardiness Zone 9b • Average Number of Frost Days 0 • Average Number of Thunderstorm Days 50 • Average Number of Hurricane Days 0.2 Climate Summary Las Lomas, Texas experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and mild, dry winters. Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, with slightly more rain during the summer months. The area is relatively sheltered from hurricanes due to its inland location. The growing season is year-round, and the area is known for its citrus and vegetable production. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Las Lomas is located in the Gulf of Mexico Coastal Plain, characterized by flat, low-lying terrain and numerous bays and estuaries. • The area is home to a diverse array of wildlife, including migratory birds, sea turtles, and alligators. • The nearby Galveston Bay is a major estuary that provides important habitat for marine life. Science • The University of Texas Marine Science Institute (UTMSI) is located in Las Lomas. UTMSI conducts research on marine ecosystems, coastal processes, and environmental conservation. • The Gulf Coast Bird Observatory (GCBO) is also located in the area. GCBO monitors bird populations and conducts research on avian ecology. Personalities • Dr. William Longley, a renowned marine biologist, established UTMSI in 1941. • Dr. George Reiger, an ornithologist and conservationist, founded GCBO in 1986. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.The Houston Zoo is home to over 6,000 animals from around the world. The zoo is divided into different sections, each of which represents a different continent. Visitors can see animals such as elephants, tigers, lions, gorillas, and penguins. 2.The Museum of Fine Arts, Houston is one of the largest art museums in the United States. The museum has a collection of over 64,000 works of art, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, and photographs. Visitors can see works by artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, and Claude Monet. 3.The Space Center Houston is a museum and educational center dedicated to space exploration. The center has a collection of over 400 space artifacts, including the Apollo 11 command module. Visitors can learn about the history of space exploration and see how astronauts live and work in space. |
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