The weather here is...

stunningly beautiful right now!  For those reading in Europe, here's is the weather that Jule will be experiencing in Arkansas over the next few months...

September

• average maximum temperature 84.4 (29.11 C)
• average minimum temperature 64.0 (17.77 C)
• average precipitation 3.40 inches (8.64 cm)
• south/southeasterly winds

September is the slow transition from summer heat to the pleasant temperatures of autumn. During the first half of the month, summer usually tends to drag on; however, pleasant conditions usually prevail by the last week of the month.

October

• average maximum temperature 74.4 (23.56 C)
• average minimum temperature 52.9 (11.61 C)
• average precipitation 2.91 inches (7.39 cm)
• north/northeasterly winds

October truly signals the beginning of autumn. Fall colors begin to appear in the northern sections of the state by the second week in October and continue slowly southward. Mid to late October generally provides peak fall color in the northern portions of Arkansas. October and November are two of the most popular months for visitors due to the beautiful fall colors and pleasant temperatures.

November

• average maximum temperature 61.6 (16.44 C)
• average minimum temperature 42.1 (5.61 C)
• average precipitation 4.15 inches (10.54 cm)
• average snowfall .3 inches (.76 cm)
• northwesterly winds

Frost starts to become common during this month. The first of November is generally peak fall color in the central to southern parts of the state. As the month progresses, temperatures can frequently change to harsh cold.

December

• average maximum temperature 52.4 (11.33 C)
• average minimum temperature 35.2 (1.78 C)
• average precipitation 4.13 inches (10.49 cm)
• average snowfall .8 inches (2.03 cm)
• northwesterly winds

December signals the beginning of winter temperatures with heavy frosts becoming quite common. This is the preferred winter month for those who like to experience the colder temperatures.