LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Drivers across central Arkansas may face slick conditions Thursday morning as widespread showers and thunderstorms roll through Little Rock and surrounding counties. Morning commutes along I-30 and I-40 could see delays from standing water, with reduced visibility in heavier downpours. Residents are urged to allow extra time and avoid flooded roadways.
According to the National Weather Service in North Little Rock, rain chances peak Thursday afternoon into the evening with up to half an inch possible. Showers will linger into Thursday night before tapering Friday, when cooler air brings highs in the mid-70s. Gusty winds could accompany storms, and outdoor events should prepare for quick cancellations.
The soggy pattern breaks by Saturday, when sunshine returns and highs climb back into the 80s. Labor Day Weekend will feature warm, mostly dry weather, giving travelers and event planners a window for outdoor gatherings. However, forecasters note scattered clouds and breezy conditions Saturday before the skies fully clear Sunday into Monday.
Residents should secure outdoor items ahead of Thursday’s storms and stay weather-aware through the evening. Flash flooding remains a risk in low-lying neighborhoods and near construction zones around Pulaski County.
Clear skies and rising temperatures will dominate early next week. By Tuesday, Little Rock is expected to climb near 88 degrees with no major rain threats in sight.
Five-Day Forecast for Little Rock, Arkansas
- Thursday: Showers and storms likely. High 73, low 62. Up to 0.5″ rain possible.
- Friday: Cloudy with scattered showers. High 74, low 63. Breezy.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny. High 82, low 62. Winds 10–15 mph.
- Sunday: Sunny and warmer. High 84, low 61. Calm overnight.
- Labor Day Monday: Sunny and hot. High near 85, low 63.
