Climate Summary
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| Southside, Arkansas Climate Summary Temperature • Average annual temperature: 61.3°F (16.3°C)
• Average January temperature: 39.7°F (4.3°C)
• Average July temperature: 83.0°F (28.3°C)
• Record high temperature: 113°F (45°C)
• Record low temperature: -19°F (-28°C) Precipitation • Average annual precipitation: 53.06 inches (134.8 cm)
• Average number of precipitation days per year: 110
• Record 24-hour precipitation: 11.68 inches (29.7 cm) Snowfall • Average annual snowfall: 5.5 inches (14 cm)
• Record 24-hour snowfall: 12.0 inches (30.5 cm) Relative Humidity • Average annual relative humidity: 75% Wind Speed • Average annual wind speed: 9.2 mph (14.8 km/h) Climate Type • Humid subtropical climate (Köppen Cfa) Tornado Activity • Southside, Arkansas is located in an area with a moderate risk of tornadoes. The area experiences an average of 1.5 tornadoes per year. Climate Change • The climate of Southside, Arkansas is changing. The average annual temperature has increased by 1.5°F (0.8°C) since 1895. The average annual precipitation has increased by 2.5 inches (6.4 cm) since 1895. The number of days with extreme heat (temperatures above 90°F or 32°C) has increased since 1895. The number of days with extreme cold (temperatures below 32°F or 0°C) has decreased since 1895. Sources • National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
• National Weather Service (NWS)
• Climate Prediction Center (CPC)
• Southern Regional Climate Center (SRCC) |
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| Facts & Historical Information
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| Natural History • Southside is home to the Cache River National Wildlife Refuge, a 120,000-acre wetland complex that provides habitat for over 300 bird species. • The area is part of the Mississippi Flyway, a major migratory bird route. • The Cache River is a designated Natural and Scenic River, known for its cypress-tupelo forests and abundant wildlife. Science • The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) is located in Southside. UAM has a strong focus on science, with programs in biology, chemistry, and environmental science. • The UAM campus is also home to the Arkansas Biosciences Institute, a research center dedicated to the study of plant and animal biotechnology. Personalities • John Gould Fletcher (1886-1950), a Pulitzer Prize-winning poet, was born in Little Rock and spent his childhood in Southside. • William Jefferson Clinton (born 1946), the 42nd President of the United States, attended UAM in Southside. • Maya Angelou (1928-2014), the renowned poet and author, was a professor at UAM from 1982 to 1985. |
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Tourist Attractions
| 1.Crowley's Ridge State Park is a 5,200-acre park located in the Crowley's Ridge region of eastern Arkansas. The park features a variety of natural attractions, including hiking trails, scenic overlooks, and a lake for fishing and boating. 2.Mammoth Spring State Park is a 1,000-acre park located in the Ozark Mountains of northern Arkansas. The park is home to Mammoth Spring, one of the largest springs in the United States. Visitors can enjoy hiking trails, fishing, and camping in the park. 3.White River National Wildlife Refuge is a 110,000-acre refuge located in eastern Arkansas. The refuge is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, turkey, and waterfowl. Visitors can enjoy hunting, fishing, and wildlife viewing in the refuge. |
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