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This is the current conditions weather report for Cedar Rapids. The report was made 65 minutes ago, at 06:52 UTC. The wind was blowing at a speed of 16 miles per hour / 25.9 kilometers per hour from the north (360°). The temperature was 25°F / -4°C, with a dew-point at 25°F / -4°C. The temperature felt like 12°F / -11°C. The atmospheric pressure was 29.85 inHg / 1012 hPa. The relative humidity was 86%. The skies were overcast with light snow.

Cedar Rapids is the second largest city in Iowa after Des Moines. It is the county seat of Linn County, Iowa, United States. The 2005 estimated population of the three-county metropolitan area is 246,412. The city is named after the Cedar River.

Cedar Rapids is known as the City of Five Seasons; the traditional four seasons and a "fifth season" is "a time to enjoy" the other four. The symbol of the five seasons is the Tree of Five Seasons sculpture in downtown Cedar Rapids. The name "Five Seasons" and representations of the sculpture appear in many forms.

Landmarks:
The Tree of Five Seasons sculpture is the city's centerpiece, located where 1st Avenue crosses the Cedar River. It was constructed in the mid-nineties by a local businessman who commissioned a three-dimensioned version of the city's logo. Also located near the center of the city along the Cedar River is the historical Czech Village.

Cedar Rapids is home to National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library. In 2003, the African-American Historical Museum and Cultural Center of Iowa opened its doors. Cedar Rapids is also home to the historical 26 acre (105,000 m²) Brucemore Estate, on which sits a 21-room mansion. Cedar Rapids is home to the Iowa Masonic Library and Museum.

Paramount Theatre is home to the Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra, the Cedar Rapids Area Theatre Organ Society and Community Concerts. Concerts and other events, such as high school graduations, local prom events, and sporting events, are held in The U.S. Cellular Center, formerly known as The Five Seasons Center, located in the heart of downtown Cedar Rapids. Cedar Rapids is also home to the Mother Mosque of America (built in 1934), which is believed to be the oldest purpose-built mosque in the U.S.

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