Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Clinton, Wisconsin Climate Summary General Climate • Clinton, Wisconsin has a humid continental climate, with warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. • The average annual temperature is 46.1°F (7.8°C). • The average annual precipitation is 32.54 inches (82.65 cm). • The average annual snowfall is 47.5 inches (120.7 cm). Summer • The average summer temperature is 68.6°F (20.3°C). • The average high temperature in July is 82.4°F (28°C). • The average low temperature in July is 54.7°F (12.6°C). • The average precipitation in July is 3.86 inches (9.8 cm). Winter • The average winter temperature is 23.5°F (-4.7°C). • The average high temperature in January is 28.3°F (-2.1°C). • The average low temperature in January is 18.7°F (-7.4°C). • The average precipitation in January is 1.77 inches (4.5 cm). Spring and Fall • The average spring temperature is 46.2°F (7.9°C). • The average high temperature in April is 57.6°F (14.2°C). • The average low temperature in April is 34.8°F (1.6°C). • The average precipitation in April is 2.99 inches (7.6 cm). • The average fall temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C). • The average high temperature in October is 56.6°F (13.7°C). • The average low temperature in October is 35.2°F (1.8°C). • The average precipitation in October is 2.73 inches (6.9 cm). Extreme Weather • The highest temperature ever recorded in Clinton was 106°F (41.1°C) on July 13, 1936. • The lowest temperature ever recorded in Clinton was -48°F (-44.4°C) on January 20, 1930. • The greatest amount of precipitation ever recorded in Clinton in a single month was 10.06 inches (25.55 cm) in July 1997. • The greatest amount of snowfall ever recorded in Clinton in a single month was 33.5 inches (85.1 cm) in January 1979. Climate Change • The climate in Clinton, Wisconsin is changing. The average annual temperature has increased by 1.4°F (0.8°C) since 1895. • The average annual precipitation has increased by 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) since 1895. • The average annual snowfall has decreased by 10.6 inches (27 cm) since 1895. • These changes are consistent with the global trend of climate change. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Clinton is home to the Clinton Lake State Recreation Area, a 1,600-acre lake known for its fishing, boating, and birdwatching. • The area is a haven for migratory waterfowl, with over 200 species observed. • The Clinton Lake Nature Trail offers scenic views of the lake and surrounding wetlands. Science • The University of Wisconsin-Platteville has a research station in Clinton, focusing on agriculture and environmental science. • The station conducts research on sustainable farming practices, water quality, and wildlife management. Personalities Joseph McCarthy:The infamous anti-communist senator was born in Clinton in 1908. William H. Seward:The Secretary of State under Abraham Lincoln, who negotiated the purchase of Alaska, was a resident of Clinton in his later years. Charles Lindbergh:The aviation pioneer and author lived in Clinton for a brief period after his transatlantic flight in 1927. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1.Clinton Lake State Recreation Area is a 1,300-acre park with a 1,000-acre lake. The park offers a variety of activities, including swimming, boating, fishing, camping, and hiking. 2.The Gathering Place is a 120-acre nature preserve with a variety of habitats, including prairies, wetlands, and woodlands. The preserve offers a variety of trails for hiking, biking, and cross-country skiing. 3.The Clinton House is a historic home that was built in 1837. The house is now a museum that tells the story of Clinton and its early settlers. |
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