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Our radar is based off of US NEXRAD and Canadian weather radar sites through the quality controlled MRMS system. It compiles various sources for radar data and filters out erroneous returns such as sun spikes and ground clutter. We then colorize the precipitation based on our methods for determining precipitation type. Rain is in shades of green, mixed precipitation and freezing rain in shades of pink and snow is in shades of blue.

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Our satellite is from the GOES-16. It is color enhanced by using a geocolor terrain background during the day and black marble city lights at night. The daytime satellite data is Visible satellite imagery, and nighttime uses Infrared bands. The bluish clouds are fog and low cloud. The whiteest clouds are the coldest, highest cloud tops.

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Current surface weather map around Craighead County, AR

This surface map is from the HRRR computer model. It is a 1-hour forecast, updated hourly, which is a good estimate of the current surface conditions. This map shows the current high and low pressure centers, pressure isobar contours, wind streamlines and thickness contours. It also shows the currently depicted preciptiation estimates, although this should not be a substitute for actual live radar. The purple dashed contour is the 5400m thickness line, which is often a good proxy for the rain/snow line.

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Temperatures right now near Lake City, Arkansas

This is the latest surface temperatures as depicted by the HRRR computer model, updated hourly. Although these are not actual observations, this model is a very good representation of current conditions as it factors in observations, terrain and physics to give you more detailed temperatures in areas that do not have reporting weather stations. For the latest reports at specific locations, like in Lake City, AR please see our current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Surface wind speed map over Lake City, AR

This map shows the latest HRRR computer model winds. This depiction of the current wind directions and speeds is an estimate from the computer model. For actual observations in Lake City, AR, see the current conditions data on the left and right side of this page, or go to our current conditions page.

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Regional 24 hour rainfall expected near Lake City, Arkansas

This is a forecast of the amount of precipitation expected over the next 24 hours from the HRRR weather forecast model. This is only one forecast depiction, and you should check other models to get a better idea of what may happen. You can view this and other models in more detail on our main weather forecast maps page. There, you will also be able to look at forecasts beyond just 24 hours and look at forecasts out to as far as 16 days.

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Area snowfall accumulation expected around Craighead County, Arkansas

This is snowfall forecast, with amounts anticipated in the next 24 hours. This guidance is from the HRRR weather model. For more model forecasts out to 16 days, visit our main weather forecast maps page.

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These are Convective Outlooks from the Storm Prediction Center. Click to see Days 1-3 broken down into Tornado, Wind and Hail threats, as well as days 5-8 outlooks.

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Climate Summary
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Lake City, Arkansas Climate Summary

General Climate

    •   Lake City, Arkansas has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters.
    •   The average annual temperature is 63.7°F (17.6°C).
    •   The average annual precipitation is 51.79 inches (131.5 cm).

Summer

    •   Summers in Lake City are hot and humid, with average high temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s (°F).
    •   The average July high temperature is 92°F (33°C).
    •   The average July low temperature is 72°F (22°C).
    •   Summer nights are typically warm and muggy, with lows in the upper 60s to low 70s (°F).
    •   Thunderstorms are common in the summer, especially in the afternoon and evening.

Winter

    •   Winters in Lake City are mild, with average high temperatures in the upper 40s to low 50s (°F).
    •   The average January high temperature is 50°F (10°C).
    •   The average January low temperature is 31°F (-0.6°C).
    •   Winter nights are typically cold, with lows in the upper 20s to low 30s (°F).
    •   Snowfall is rare in Lake City, averaging only 2.9 inches (7.4 cm) per year.

Spring and Fall

    •   Spring and fall are transitional seasons in Lake City, with temperatures gradually warming or cooling from winter to summer or summer to winter.
    •   Spring temperatures average in the 50s and 60s (°F), while fall temperatures average in the 60s and 70s (°F).
    •   Spring and fall are typically mild and pleasant, with low humidity and comfortable temperatures.

Climate Extremes

    •   The highest temperature ever recorded in Lake City was 115°F (46°C) on August 10, 1930.
    •   The lowest temperature ever recorded in Lake City was -22°F (-30°C) on February 13, 1899.
    •   The wettest year on record in Lake City was 1927, with 78.96 inches (200.5 cm) of precipitation.
    •   The driest year on record in Lake City was 1954, with 27.03 inches (68.7 cm) of precipitation.

Climate Change

    •   The climate in Lake City is changing, as it is in the rest of the world.
    •   The average annual temperature has increased by about 1°F (0.6°C) since the late 19th century.
    •   The average annual precipitation has also increased, by about 5 inches (13 cm) since the late 19th century.
    •   These changes are consistent with the global trend of climate change, which is being caused by human activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels.

Facts & Historical Information
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Natural History

    •   Lake City is situated on the shores of Lake Poinsett, the largest natural lake in Arkansas.

    •   The lake is home to a diverse ecosystem, including bald eagles, osprey, and numerous fish species.

    •   The surrounding wetlands provide important habitat for migratory waterfowl and other wildlife.

Science

    •   Lake City is the home of the Arkansas Biosciences Institute, a research center focused on biomedical and agricultural sciences.

    •   The institute has developed innovative technologies for disease diagnosis and treatment, as well as sustainable agricultural practices.

Personalities

  • John Gould Fletcher:

    A Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and essayist, Fletcher was born in Little Rock but spent his childhood in Lake City.

  • William Fulbright:

    The renowned senator and architect of the Fulbright Program, Fulbright was born in Sumner, near Lake City.

  • Johnny Cash:

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    • Tourist Attractions
    1. Crowley's Ridge State Park: This scenic park offers stunning views of the Mississippi River Valley from its many hiking trails. It also has a campground, a picnic area, and a visitor center.

    2. Lake City Depot Museum: This museum is housed in a historic train depot and features exhibits on the history of Lake City and the surrounding area.

    3. St. Francis National Forest: This vast forest offers a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting. It is also home to a number of scenic lakes and rivers.

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