Nitta Yuma, Mississippi

Nitta Yuma is an unincorporated community located in Sharkey County, Mississippi, United States.[1] Nitta Yuma is located along U.S. Route 61, approximately four miles north of Anguilla.

Nitta Yuma, Mississippi
Unincorporated community
Nitta Yuma
Nitta Yuma
Coordinates: 33°01′27″N 90°50′57″W
CountryUnited States
StateMississippi
CountySharkey
Elevation
112 ft (34 m)
Time zoneUTC-6 (Central (CST))
 • Summer (DST)UTC-5 (CDT)
Area code(s)662
GNIS feature ID674927[1]

Nitta Yuma is a name derived from the Choctaw language purported to mean "mixed with bear".[2]

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Nitta Yuma has a Humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[3]

  • An old Nitta Yuma gas station. Picture taken while driving up 61 North
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References
  1. "Nitta Yuma, Mississippi". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey.
  2. Baca, Keith A. (2007). Native American Place Names in Mississippi. University Press of Mississippi. p. 64. ISBN 978-1-60473-483-6.
  3. Climate Summary for Nitta Yuma



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