Climate Summary
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| Climate Summary for South Hill, VA General Climate • South Hill, Virginia has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
• The average annual temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C).
• The average annual precipitation is 44.6 inches (113.3 cm). Summer • The average summer temperature is 78.5°F (25.8°C).
• The average July temperature is 83.5°F (28.6°C).
• The average August temperature is 82.4°F (28.0°C).
• The average summer precipitation is 11.9 inches (30.2 cm). Winter • The average winter temperature is 39.1°F (3.9°C).
• The average January temperature is 36.3°F (2.4°C).
• The average February temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).
• The average winter precipitation is 11.2 inches (28.4 cm). Spring and Fall • The average spring temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C).
• The average April temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C).
• The average May temperature is 73.6°F (23.1°C).
• The average fall temperature is 58.8°F (14.9°C).
• The average October temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C).
• The average November temperature is 53.6°F (12.0°C). Precipitation • The average annual precipitation is 44.6 inches (113.3 cm).
• The wettest month is July, with an average precipitation of 4.7 inches (11.9 cm).
• The driest month is February, with an average precipitation of 2.7 inches (6.9 cm). Snowfall • The average annual snowfall is 10.2 inches (25.9 cm).
• The most snow typically falls in January, with an average of 3.1 inches (7.9 cm). Extreme Weather • South Hill is located in a region that is prone to severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes.
• The most common type of severe weather in South Hill is thunderstorms.
• The most common type of tornado in South Hill is an EF-1 tornado, with winds of 86 to 110 mph.
• The most common type of hurricane in South Hill is a Category 1 hurricane, with winds of 74 to 95 mph. |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • South Hill's rolling hills and fertile valleys are part of the Piedmont ecoregion, home to diverse flora and fauna. • The area is a migratory path for numerous bird species, including the endangered Red-cockaded Woodpecker. • The Nottoway River, which flows through South Hill, supports a variety of aquatic life, including bass, catfish, and turtles. Science • South Hill is home to the Virginia Cooperative Extension, which conducts research and provides educational programs on agriculture, forestry, and environmental science. • The town is also the site of the Southside Virginia Agricultural Research and Extension Center, which focuses on sustainable farming practices. Personalities • Dr. James P. Gwaltney, a prominent physician and philanthropist, founded the Gwaltney Hospital and Clinic in South Hill. • Dr. William R. Harvey, a renowned cardiologist, was born in South Hill and later became the first African American to serve as president of the American Heart Association. • Dr. John H. Daniel, a chemist and inventor, developed the first commercially successful synthetic rubber at his laboratory in South Hill. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.South Hill Model Train Museum** 2.Staunton River State Park** 3.Lake Gaston** |
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