The magnetic compass was first invented as a device for divination as early as the Chinese Han Dynasty (since about 206 BC), and later adopted for navigation by the Song Dynasty Chinese during the 11th century. The first usage of a compass recorded in Western Europe and Persia occurred around the early 13th century.
The highest monthly average temperature in Athol for July is 71 degrees. The lowest monthly average temperature in Athol for December is 26 degrees. The most monthly precipitation in Athol occurs in January with 1.7 inches. The air quality index in Athol is 21% better than the national average. The pollution index in Athol is 91% better than the national average.
Desert climate, average temperatures range from approximately 22 degrees Celsius (72 degrees Fahrenheit) in winter to 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) in summer.Nights and mornings during winter are cold and guests should pack appropriate warm clothing.emperatures at Uluru can vary dramatically from 4Â°C in Winter to 40Â°C in Summer. Nights and mornings in Winter (June, Jul, Aug) can be very cold, while Summer (Dec, Jan, Feb) brings balmy nights. Rainfall is rare in this part of Australia.