Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Lyndonville, VT Climate Summary General Climate • Humid continental climate • Warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters • Average annual temperature: 43.3°F (6.3°C) • Average annual precipitation: 38.6 inches (980 mm) • Average annual snowfall: 70.2 inches (178 cm) Summer • Average high temperature in July: 79°F (26°C) • Average low temperature in July: 56°F (13°C) • Average precipitation in July: 4.0 inches (102 mm) Winter • Average high temperature in January: 26°F (-3°C) • Average low temperature in January: 10°F (-12°C) • Average precipitation in January: 3.2 inches (81 mm) Spring • Average high temperature in April: 49°F (9°C) • Average low temperature in April: 32°F (0°C) • Average precipitation in April: 3.5 inches (89 mm) Fall • Average high temperature in October: 55°F (13°C) • Average low temperature in October: 38°F (3°C) • Average precipitation in October: 3.4 inches (86 mm) Climate Extremes • Highest temperature recorded: 100°F (38°C) on July 4, 1911 • Lowest temperature recorded: -48°F (-44°C) on February 9, 1934 • Greatest 24-hour snowfall: 27.0 inches (69 cm) on March 4-5, 1968 Climate Change • Lyndonville, VT has seen a rise in average annual temperature of 2.3°F (1.3°C) since 1895. • The number of days with temperatures above 90°F (32°C) has increased from an average of 1 day per year in the 1950s to an average of 7 days per year in the 2010s. • The number of days with temperatures below 0°F (-18°C) has decreased from an average of 30 days per year in the 1950s to an average of 15 days per year in the 2010s. • The amount of annual precipitation has increased by 5.5 inches (140 mm) since 1895. • The amount of annual snowfall has decreased by 10.6 inches (27 cm) since 1895. Climate Impacts • The changing climate is having a number of impacts on Lyndonville, VT, including: • More frequent and intense heat waves • More frequent and intense storms • Changes in plant and animal life • Increased flooding and erosion • Changes in agricultural yields Adaptation and Mitigation • The Lyndonville community is taking steps to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change, including: • Investing in energy efficiency and renewable energy • Improving stormwater management • Planting trees and restoring wetlands • Educating the public about climate change |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Lyndonville is home to the Passumpsic River, a renowned trout fishing destination teeming with brown, rainbow, and brook trout. • The town boasts the Lyndonville Bog, a 100-acre wetland rich in diverse plant and animal life, including rare orchids and nesting waterfowl. Science • Lyndon State College, founded in 1911, is a leading institution for environmental science and sustainability research. • The Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS), located in Lyndonville, is a renowned center for wildlife rehabilitation, conservation, and education. Personalities Calvin Coolidge:The 30th President of the United States, Coolidge spent his formative years in Lyndonville. William A. Wheeler:The 19th Vice President of the United States, Wheeler was born and raised in Lyndonville. William F. Smith:A renowned geologist and paleontologist, Smith played a pivotal role in establishing the Lyndonville Bog as a natural landmark. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Kingdom Trails A renowned mountain biking destination with over 100 miles of trails for all skill levels, set amidst the scenic Northeast Kingdom. 2.Burke Mountain Resort A year-round resort offering skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and hiking in the Green Mountains. 3.St. Johnsbury Athenaeum A historic library and cultural center housing a vast collection of books, art, and artifacts, including a rare first edition of the Gettysburg Address. |
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