Local Climatological Data Summary: Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, 1893-1994

Bryan, Audrey A.; Wendland, Wayne

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Title

Local Climatological Data Summary: Bloomington-Normal, Illinois, 1893-1994

Author(s)

• Bryan, Audrey A.
• Wendland, Wayne

Issue Date

1995

Keyword(s)

• Bloomington-Normal, Illinois
• McLean County, Illinois
• climatology
• temperate continental climate

Abstract

"Bloomington and Normal (Mc Lean County) have a temperate continental climate, dominated by maritime polar air from the Pacific throughout most of the year, particularly spring and fall. This air is relatively dry, having lost its moisture passing over the Rockies. During summer, the dominant airmass is maritime tropical (warm and humid) air from the Gulf. This air generally supports relatively high humidities, yielding a ""muggy"" environment. During winter, Bloomington-Normal is dominated by an almost equal mix of Pacific air and continental polar (cold and dry) air from Canada. Canadian air is very dry and in winter brings temperatures into the single digits and negative values for a few days."

Publisher

Illinois State Water Survey

Series/Report Name or Number

ISWS Miscellaneous Publication MP-098-21

Type of Resource

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