Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| # Appalachia, VA Climate Summary ## Location: • State Virginia • County Wise • Coordinates 36.98°N 82.86°W ## General Climate: • Climate Type Humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa) • Average Annual Temperature 56.1°F (13.4°C) • Average Annual Precipitation 43.4 inches (110 cm) ## Temperature: • Average January Temperature 33.8°F (1°C) • Average July Temperature 75.5°F (24.2°C) • Record High Temperature 105°F (40.6°C) • Record Low Temperature -23°F (-30.6°C) ## Precipitation: • Average Annual Precipitation 43.4 inches (110 cm) • Average Number of Rainy Days 120 days • Average Snowfall 16.1 inches (41 cm) ## Humidity: • Average Annual Relative Humidity 73% ## Wind: • Average Wind Speed 9.2 mph (14.8 km/h) • Prevailing Wind Direction Southwest ## Sunshine: • Average Annual Sunshine 2,400 hours ## Severe Weather: • Tornadoes Appalachia, VA is located in an area with a moderate risk of tornadoes. • Hurricanes Appalachia, VA is located in an area with a low risk of hurricanes. • Floods Appalachia, VA is located in an area with a moderate risk of flooding. • Droughts Appalachia, VA is located in an area with a moderate risk of droughts. ## Climate Change: • Average Annual Temperature Increase 1.3°F (0.7°C) since 1895 • Average Annual Precipitation Increase 3.1 inches (7.9 cm) since 1895 ## Sources: • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) • National Weather Service (NWS) • Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Appalachia, VA is home to the Clinch River, one of the most biologically diverse rivers in North America. • The region boasts over 2,000 plant species, including rare orchids and carnivorous plants. • The Appalachian Trail, the longest hiking trail in the world, passes through the region. Science • Oak Ridge National Laboratory, a major research facility, is located in Appalachia. • The region has a rich history of coal mining, which has shaped its landscape and economy. • Scientists are studying the effects of climate change on the region's natural resources. Personalities • Daniel Boone, the legendary frontiersman, explored and settled the Appalachian Mountains. • Davy Crockett, the famous frontiersman and politician, was born in Appalachia. • John Sevier, the first governor of Tennessee, was a prominent figure in the region. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Appalachian Trail - The Appalachian Trail is a 2,190-mile hiking trail that runs from Georgia to Maine. It passes through the Appalachian Mountains and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. 2.Natural Bridge - Natural Bridge is a natural rock formation located in Natural Bridge, Virginia. It is one of the largest natural bridges in the world and is a popular tourist destination. 3.Cumberland Gap National Historical Park - Cumberland Gap National Historical Park is a park that preserves the Cumberland Gap, a mountain pass that was used by Native Americans and settlers to travel through the Appalachian Mountains. The park offers a variety of hiking trails and other activities. |
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