(Jacksonville ranked number 12, overall.). The windiest areas are like a vertical belt that goes down the middle of the country, while the coasts are generally wind-free. Winds occur on a range of scales, ranging from local winds caused by uneven heating of land surfaces to global winds resulting from the difference in solar energy absorption between the Earths climate zones. The U.S. added about 17.3 percent to its wind generation capacity in 2019, with 22,114 megawatts more under construction this year, according to the American Wind Energy Association. Stockton, California. As part of its noncommercial effort to present the environmental, social, scientific, and economic issues of large-scale wind power development to a global audience seeking such information, National Wind Watch endeavors to observe fair use as provided for in section 107 of U.S. In order to be considered for the list, homeowners needed to spend no more than 30% of their earnings on a monthly housing payment. The Lone Star State generates the most electricity of any state, and that goes for wind generation as well. Reedy Creek left Disney unencumbered and in control. Brazil When the wind blows against a wind turbine, it turns its blades. Florida 3. These fluctuations are a result of the extreme heat of the Mojave Desert during summer months. Catalina Foothills, AZ. The benefits have flown both ways. No wonder it's such a popular time of year to watch college football and attend fall festivals. Its average rainfall amount is 12 inches and it gets no measurable snowfall. Copy. The environmental impact of wind power stretches well beyond green power. Concordia, Kansas Concordia, Kansas - Average Monthly Wind Speed | WeatherDB Average Wind Speed: 11.1 mph Average High Temperature: 64.9 F. For interview requests, please send an email to Rob Cook, [email protected]. The state added 2.878 megawatts of capacity during 2019 and has 1,175 megawatts under construction. Wind ranking is based on miles per hour, followed by the mean power density. The windiest areas are like a vertical belt that goes down the middle of the country, while the coasts are generally wind-free. The city averages just one day in five years when an inch or more of rain lands.