Climate for Station: State Univ, Mississippi, United States
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Climate Analysis & Overview
The climate profile for State Univ, located in Oktibbeha County, Mississippi, reveals a slight cooling trend over both short-term and long-term periods, with a marginal increase in precipitation concentration. This suggests a subtle shift in temperature patterns and a potential for more intense rainfall events, aligning with broader regional climate observations.
Subtle Cooling Trends
The climate station at State Univ, situated at 33.4692°N, 88.7822°W, is positioned within the humid subtropical zone, classified under the Köppen climate system as Cfa. This region is characterised by hot, humid summers and mild winters, with significant rainfall throughout the year. Over the past decade, the area has experienced a cooling trend in both high and low temperatures, with highs decreasing by 0.92°C (1.66°F) and lows by 0.79°C (1.42°F). This short-term cooling contrasts with the all-time trends, which also indicate a cooling but at a much slower rate, with highs falling by 0.03°C (0.05°F) and lows by 0.08°C (0.14°F). These trends suggest a gradual shift towards cooler conditions, potentially influenced by local geographical features such as nearby water bodies and topography, which can modulate temperature extremes.
Precipitation Patterns and Concentration
Precipitation at State Univ is becoming slightly more concentrated, as indicated by the Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI). The PCI has increased from a baseline of 11.50 to a current value of 11.53, suggesting a marginal change. This index measures how rainfall is distributed over time, with higher values indicating that precipitation is concentrated in fewer, more intense events. While the change is slight, it may hint at evolving precipitation patterns that could lead to more intense rainfall events, impacting local water management and agricultural practices.
Temperature Extremes
The station's record temperatures highlight the potential for significant thermal extremes in the region. The highest recorded temperature is 43.9°C (111.0°F), while the lowest is -24.4°C (-11.9°F). These extremes underscore the variability inherent in the region's climate, which can be exacerbated by broader climatic shifts.
Regional Climate Context
The cooling trends observed at State Univ are consistent with some regional climate patterns across the southeastern United States, where variability in temperature and precipitation is influenced by larger atmospheric phenomena such as the El Niño-Southern Oscillation. These trends are also relevant to national climate goals, which aim to mitigate the impacts of climate change through adaptation and resilience strategies. Understanding these localised changes is crucial for informing policy and planning efforts aimed at sustaining the region's environmental and economic health.
Station Statistics
10-Year Trend
High: -0.92 °C/decade
Low: -0.79 °C/decade
Rain: +0.13 mm/decade
25-Year Trend
High: +0.22 °C/decade
Low: +0.54 °C/decade
Rain: -0.09 mm/decade
50-Year Trend
High: +0.30 °C/decade
Low: +0.19 °C/decade
Rain: -0.03 mm/decade
All-Time Trend
High: -0.03 °C/decade
Low: -0.08 °C/decade
Rain: +0.04 mm/decade
Percentage Above-Average Days
Last 12 Months: 58.1%
This Year: 46.8%
Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️
Last 12 Months: 11.5
Historical Average: 11.5
Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️
High: 44th percentile
Low: 60th percentile
Rain: 55th percentile
Change in Variance ℹ️
High: -10.2%
Low: -0.5%
Intraday: +6.6%
Data Coverage
82.6%
First Year of Data
1891
Station Location
Historical Weather Records
| Max High | Avg High | Min High | Max Avg | Avg Avg | Min Avg | Max Low | Avg Low | Min Low | Max Precipitation | Avg Precipitation | Max Snow | Avg Snow | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 43.9 °C | — | -13.3 °C | 35.0 °C | — | -15.2 °C | 33.3 °C | — | -24.4 °C | 204.5 mm | — | 254.0 mm | — |
| January | 37.2 °C | 12.5 °C | -12.2 °C | 23.1 °C | 5.5 °C | -11.7 °C | 19.4 °C | 1.1 °C | -21.1 °C | 130.8 mm | 4.4 mm | 254.0 mm | 0.7 mm |
| February | 31.1 °C | 14.6 °C | -13.3 °C | 23.8 °C | 8.1 °C | -15.2 °C | 19.4 °C | 2.6 °C | -24.4 °C | 114.3 mm | 4.6 mm | 254.0 mm | 0.5 mm |
| March | 34.4 °C | 19.2 °C | -2.2 °C | 28.1 °C | 12.5 °C | -5.8 °C | 21.7 °C | 6.6 °C | -12.8 °C | 170.2 mm | 5.0 mm | 76.0 mm | 0.1 mm |
| April | 33.9 °C | 23.9 °C | 4.4 °C | 26.2 °C | 16.9 °C | 3.2 °C | 26.1 °C | 10.9 °C | -6.7 °C | 204.5 mm | 4.4 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm |
| May | 37.8 °C | 28.1 °C | 12.8 °C | 31.5 °C | 21.6 °C | 5.2 °C | 26.1 °C | 15.7 °C | -0.6 °C | 115.1 mm | 3.6 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm |
| June | 40.6 °C | 32.0 °C | 18.9 °C | 33.8 °C | 25.8 °C | 13.1 °C | 33.3 °C | 19.8 °C | 8.9 °C | 168.1 mm | 3.6 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm |
| July | 43.9 °C | 33.2 °C | 20.6 °C | 35.0 °C | 27.5 °C | 15.0 °C | 30.0 °C | 21.6 °C | 13.3 °C | 139.7 mm | 3.8 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm |
| August | 42.2 °C | 33.1 °C | 21.7 °C | 34.3 °C | 27.2 °C | 18.8 °C | 28.9 °C | 20.9 °C | 12.0 °C | 152.4 mm | 3.1 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm |
| September | 42.8 °C | 30.6 °C | 13.9 °C | 33.2 °C | 23.9 °C | 13.7 °C | 26.7 °C | 17.7 °C | 2.8 °C | 132.1 mm | 2.7 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm |
| October | 37.8 °C | 25.1 °C | 3.9 °C | 32.9 °C | 17.7 °C | 2.3 °C | 23.3 °C | 11.2 °C | -6.1 °C | 123.2 mm | 2.5 mm | 0.0 mm | 0.0 mm |
| November | 32.2 °C | 18.6 °C | -2.2 °C | 23.5 °C | 11.5 °C | -1.7 °C | 20.6 °C | 5.8 °C | -12.2 °C | 113.0 mm | 3.4 mm | 203.0 mm | 0.1 mm |
| December | 27.8 °C | 13.7 °C | -11.7 °C | 21.9 °C | 7.2 °C | -13.1 °C | 20.6 °C | 2.3 °C | -22.2 °C | 125.5 mm | 4.3 mm | 229.0 mm | 0.3 mm |
Data Visualisations
Remove WatermarksCurrent Year Climate Trends vs Historical
Max Temperature this Year | 1 of 6
Climate 12-Month Moving Averages
Max Temperature 12-Month MA | 1 of 6
Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year
Average Max Temperature Throughout Year | 1 of 5
