United States Average Monthly or Annual Maximum Temperature, 1971 - 2000

Oct 26, 2011
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This data set contains spatially gridded average monthly and annual maximum temperature for the climatological period 1971-2000. Distribution of the point measurements to a spatial grid was accomplished using the PRISM model, developed and applied by Chris Daly of the PRISM Climate Group at Oregon State University.
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PRISM Climate Group, Oregon State University, http://prism.oregonstate.edu, created 4 Feb 2004.
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PRISM Climate Group, Oregon State University, http://prism.oregonstate.edu, created 4 Feb 2004.

Daly, C., W. P. Gibson, G.H. Taylor, G. L. Johnson, P. Pasteris. 2002. A knowledge-based approach to the statistical mapping of climate. Climate Research, 22, 99-113, 2002
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800 m
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Contact_Information: Contact_Person_Primary: Contact_Person: Wayne Gibson Contact_Address: Address_Type: mailing addressAddress: 2001 Kelley Engineering Center City: CorvallisState_or_Province: OregonPostal_Code: 97331-2209Country: USA Contact_Voice_Telephone:             (541) 737-2531      Contact_Electronic_Mail_Address: gibson@nacse.org
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Data. Gridded and polygon data, tabular and graphical data retrieved from the map server, and all other data on this web site may be freely reproduced and distributed for non-commercial purposes. When referring to the data, the source must be clearly and prominently stated, and include at a minimum, our name, URL, and data of data creation, for example: “PRISM Climate Group, Oregon State University, http://prism.oregonstate.edu, created 4 Feb 2004.” Sale or other commercial use of the data must be arranged by contacting the PRISM Climate Group. Copyright and Ownership. All of the data and information presented in this web site are protected by United States copyright laws and applicable international copyright treaties. The PRISM Climate Group, Oregon State University retains rights to ownership of the data and information.
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rainfall, climate, annual, prism, average, precipitation, daly
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Wendy Peterman
Soil Scientist with US Forest Service

I am a soil scientist for the Forest Service. I analyze soils for past, present and future disturbance from humans and recommend mitigation and/or restoration measures to maintain soil productivity and water quality on public lands in Oregon.