Dunmor, Kentucky

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Dunmor
census-designated place
Dunmor is located in Kentucky
Dunmor
Dunmor
Location within the state of Kentucky
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Country United States
State Kentucky
County Muhlenberg
Elevation 591 ft (180 m)
Time zone Eastern (EST) (UTC-5)
 • Summer (DST) EDT (UTC-4)
ZIP codes 42339
GNIS feature ID 491320[1]

Dunmor is a census-designated place in Muhlenberg County, Kentucky, United States.

History

A post office was established in the community in 1884.[2] The name Dunmor may have come from either colonial politician Lord John Dunmore,[3] or the local Dunn family.[4]

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Dunmor has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[5]

References

  1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Dunmor, Kentucky
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  5. Climate Summary for Dunmor, Kentucky


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