Climate Summary
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| Highland, Utah Climate Summary General Climate • Highland, Utah has a semi-arid climate, with hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters.
• The average annual temperature is 50.6°F (10.3°C).
• The average annual precipitation is 15.3 inches (38.9 cm). Summer • The average summer temperature is 75.2°F (24°C).
• The average high temperature in July is 92.3°F (33.5°C).
• The average low temperature in July is 58.1°F (14.5°C).
• The average precipitation in July is 0.6 inches (1.5 cm). Winter • The average winter temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C).
• The average high temperature in January is 37.8°F (3.2°C).
• The average low temperature in January is 14.4°F (-9.8°C).
• The average precipitation in January is 1.3 inches (3.3 cm). Spring and Fall • The average spring temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).
• The average high temperature in April is 62.6°F (17°C).
• The average low temperature in April is 31.2°F (-0.4°C).
• The average precipitation in April is 1.2 inches (3 cm). • The average fall temperature is 44.3°F (6.8°C).
• The average high temperature in October is 60.8°F (16°C).
• The average low temperature in October is 27.8°F (-2.3°C).
• The average precipitation in October is 1.1 inches (2.8 cm). Climate Extremes • The highest temperature ever recorded in Highland was 107°F (41.7°C) on July 13, 2021.
• The lowest temperature ever recorded in Highland was -31°F (-35°C) on January 17, 1933.
• The wettest year on record in Highland was 1983, with 25.4 inches (64.5 cm) of precipitation.
• The driest year on record in Highland was 1976, with 6.6 inches (16.8 cm) of precipitation. Climate Change • The climate in Highland is changing, with average temperatures rising and precipitation patterns changing.
• The average annual temperature in Highland has increased by 2.5°F (1.4°C) since 1895.
• The average annual precipitation in Highland has decreased by 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) since 1895.
• These changes are expected to continue in the future, with average temperatures rising and precipitation patterns becoming more variable. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Highland is located on the Wasatch Front, a geologically active area with numerous faults and mountains. • The city's namesake, Highland Peak, is a prominent landmark with an elevation of 5,780 feet. • The Jordan River, a major tributary of the Great Salt Lake, flows through Highland. Science • Highland is home to the Utah Valley University Highland Campus, which offers a variety of science-related programs. • The city has partnered with the Sundance Institute to develop a sustainable community initiative focused on environmental conservation. • Highland is also home to the Highland Glen Nature Preserve, which protects a diverse ecosystem of plants and animals. Personalities • Joseph Smith, the founder of the Latter-day Saint movement, lived in Highland for a brief period in the 1840s. • Heber J. Grant, the seventh president of the LDS Church, was born in Highland in 1856. • John D. Lee, a controversial figure in LDS history, lived in Highland and was involved in the Mountain Meadows Massacre. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Thanksgiving Point Gardens - A 55-acre botanical garden with themed gardens, sculptures, and a children's discovery garden. 2.American Fork Canyon - A scenic canyon with hiking trails, picnic areas, and a waterfall. 3.Highland Glen Park - A park with a playground, splash pad, and picnic areas. |
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