Climate Summary (made with AI, use with caution)
| Mansfield, AR Climate Summary Temperature • Average annual temperature: 62.2°F (16.8°C) • Average summer temperature (June-August): 79.6°F (26.4°C) • Average winter temperature (December-February): 42.9°F (6.1°C) • Record high temperature: 113°F (45°C) • Record low temperature: -22°F (-30°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 49.2 inches (125 cm) • Average number of rainy days per year: 110 • Average snowfall per year: 4.2 inches (11 cm) Humidity • Average annual relative humidity: 77% • Average summer relative humidity: 79% • Average winter relative humidity: 74% Wind • Average annual wind speed: 8.1 mph (13 km/h) • Prevailing wind direction: South Sunshine • Average annual sunshine: 2,600 hours • Average number of sunny days per year: 210 Climate Classification • Humid subtropical climate (Köppen climate classification: Cfa) Climate Summary Mansfield, Arkansas has a humid subtropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild, cool winters. The average annual temperature is 62.2°F (16.8°C), with average summer temperatures in the upper 70s to low 80s Fahrenheit (mid-20s to low 30s Celsius) and average winter temperatures in the low 40s Fahrenheit (around 6°C). Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 49.2 inches (125 cm) of rain per year. Snowfall is rare, averaging only 4.2 inches (11 cm) per year. The average annual relative humidity is 77%, with higher humidity in the summer months. The average annual wind speed is 8.1 mph (13 km/h), with the prevailing wind direction being from the south. Mansfield receives an average of 2,600 hours of sunshine per year, with an average of 210 sunny days per year. |
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| Facts & Historical Information (made with AI, use with caution)
| Natural History • Mansfield is located in the Ouachita Mountains, a region known for its diverse flora and fauna. • The city is home to the Scott County Museum of Natural History, which houses a collection of fossils, minerals, and wildlife exhibits. • The nearby Ouachita National Forest offers opportunities for hiking, camping, and wildlife viewing. Science • Mansfield was the site of the first successful oil well in Arkansas, drilled in 1921. • The city is home to the University of Arkansas at Fort Smith • Mansfield, which offers a variety of science-related programs. • The Mansfield Research and Development Center conducts research on renewable energy and other scientific advancements. Personalities Hattie Caraway:The first woman elected to the U.S. Senate, Caraway served from 1932 to 1945 and was a strong advocate for education and social welfare. Bill Clinton:The 42nd President of the United States, Clinton spent his childhood in Mansfield and attended high school in the city. |
| Tourist Attractions
| 1. Crater of Diamonds State Park: A unique park where visitors can dig for diamonds and keep what they find. 2. Fort Smith National Historic Site: A historic fort that played a significant role in the settlement of the American West. 3. Mount Magazine State Park: The highest point in Arkansas, offering stunning views and outdoor recreation opportunities. |
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