Desha County Weather and Climate Synopsis



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Regional Hourly Observations For DESHA County

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Current Agricultural Weather Conditions in Arkansas
Based on observations at 1000am CDT, Wednesday May 08, 2024

Across Arkansas...temperatures are near 75 degrees north, near 78 degrees central, and near 79 degrees south. Current sky conditions are cloudy north, cloudy central, and cloudy south. In the north, relative humidity is near 78%, and the dew point is near 68 degrees. In the central part of the state, relative humidity is near 81%, and the dew point is near 72 degrees. In the south, relative humidity is near 82%, and the dew point is near 73 degrees. The livestock heat stress category is no stress north, no stress central, and no stress south. Winds are from the southwest at 14 mph with gusts at 24 mph north, where conditions are not favorable for spraying due to strong winds. Winds are from the south at 13 mph central, where conditions are not favorable for spraying due to strong winds. Winds are from the south at 7 mph south, where conditions are favorable for spraying. Based on current available observations, the highest temperature is 80 degrees at Fayetteville and Blytheville. The lowest temperature is 67 degrees at .

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precipitation or other significant weather is occuring in this county will these
forecasts be issued. Currently, there is no short term forecast in effect.

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Hazardous Weather Outlook For DESHA County,AR
358 AM CDT Wed May 8 2024 DAY ONE Today and Tonight Some morning severe thunderstorms will remain possible until about sunrise east and northeast sections then expect mainly dry conditions into the afternoon hours. More thunderstorms will develop late this afternoon and mainly this evening into the overnight hours as a cold front drops southeast through the state. Severe thunderstorms look likely with this activity with all hazards expected. Very large hail larger than golf balls and 70 mph wind gusts will be the primary threats but a few tornadoes will also be possible. Some locally heavy rainfall may lead to an isolated flash flood threat as well. Expect the threat for severe weather to decrease late tonight and near sunrise Thursday as the activity drops southeast of the area. DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN Thursday through Tuesday Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms will linger on Thursday across the southern half Arkansas before cooler, drier, and more seasonal air returns Friday into the weekend. Spotter Information Statement Spotter activation will may be needed late this afternoon into the overnight hours.
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7-Day Forecast For DESHA County, Arkansas
850 AM CDT Wed May 8 2024 TODAY
Partly sunny. Highs in the upper 80s. South winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
TONIGHT
Partly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening, then mostly cloudy with showers and thunderstorms likely after midnight. Lows in the lower 70s. Southwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. Chance of rain 60 percent. Average rainfall 1/4 to 1/2 inch.
THURSDAY
Mostly sunny. A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly in the morning. Highs in the mid 80s. Northwest winds 5 to 10 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent. Average rainfall less than 1/10 inch.
THURSDAY NIGHT
Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers and thunderstorms in the evening, then partly cloudy with a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms after midnight. Lows in the lower 60s. North winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 30 percent.
FRIDAY
Sunny, cooler with highs in the mid 70s. North winds 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
FRIDAY NIGHT AND SATURDAY
Mostly clear. Lows in the upper 50s. Highs in the upper 70s.
SATURDAY NIGHT
Mostly clear in the evening, then becoming partly cloudy. Lows in the upper 50s.
SUNDAY
Partly sunny. Highs around 80.
SUNDAY NIGHT
Mostly cloudy. A slight chance of showers in the evening, then a chance of showers after midnight. Lows in the lower 60s. Chance of rain 30 percent.
MONDAY
Partly sunny with a chance of showers. A slight chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs around 80. Chance of rain 40 percent.
MONDAY NIGHT
Mostly cloudy with a chance of showers with a slight chance of thunderstorms. Lows in the mid 60s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
TUESDAY
Partly sunny with a chance of showers. A slight chance of thunderstorms in the morning, then a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Highs in the lower 80s. Chance of rain 50 percent.
12-48 Hr Surface Forecast Maps, TWC 4-Panel Surface Forecast, Fire Danger, Day 1 Precip, Day 2 Precip, Days 1-5 Precip, Severe Weather Pot.-Day 1, Day 2
Medium & Long Range Outlook For Arkansas ARKANSAS --------------------------------------------- 6 TO 10 DAY 8 TO 14 DAY 30 DAY 90 DAY MAY 13-17 MAY 15-21 JUN JUN-AUG ----------- ----------- -------- --------- Temperature: Above Above Precipitation: Above Above .... Medium and long range outlooks provided by NCEP/K. Thomas Priddy
5 Day Rainfall Forecast, 6 to 10 Day , 8 to 14 Day , Text, 30-Day Outook, 90-Day Outook, 120-Day Outlook
Almanac Information
Wednesday May 08, 2024 the 129th Day of Year --------------------------------------------------- SUN Declination 17.500000 Distance 0.999717 AU Rise 07:11 EDT Set 21:00 EDT Transit Meridian 14:05 EDT Civil Twilight Begins 06:44 EDT Ends 21:27 EDT Calculations made for central point in the state. Time in ET -- and will vary due to location and elevation -- Priddy

Historical Weather And Climate Facts For Today

///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// MAY 8TH...HISTORIC WEATHER EVENTS ...1784... A deadly hailstorm in South Carolina hit the town of Winnsborough. The hailstones, measuring as much as nine inches in circumference, killed several persons, and a great number of sheep, lambs and birds. (David Ludlum) ...1803... A freak spring storm produced heavy snow from southern Indiana to New England. The storm made sleighing possible in Massachusetts, but also ruined shade trees in Philadelphia. (David Ludlum) ...1895... A light rainshower in Winnipeg dropped a mixture of rain and black ants on the city. Most of the black ants were the size of huge wasps. ...1981... The Dallas/Fort Worth area experienced its worst hailstorm of record as baseball to grapefruit size hail, accompanied by 100 mph winds, caused nearly 200 million dollars damage. Hail accumulated eight inches deep at Cedar Hill TX. (The Weather Channel) ... 2003... A tornado (F0) occurred in Breckinridge County along a one mile long path. Numerous adult trees were uprooted in the Hoosier National Forest by an F1 tornado in Perry County. (NWS Louisville)

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