LITTLE ROCK — A brief cooldown behind a cold front will move across Arkansas on Saturday, but it will be short-lived as a strong warming trend develops heading into Sunday and early next week, according to the National Weather Service in Little Rock.
Saturday will feature slightly cooler and drier air, with daytime highs falling a few degrees below recent levels. Afternoon temperatures will generally range through the upper 40s to mid-50s, with overnight lows dipping into the upper 20s and 30s in some locations. Travel along Interstate 40, Interstate 30, and surrounding highways should remain unaffected, as dry conditions are expected statewide.
By Sunday, temperatures will rebound quickly, climbing above seasonal averages across Arkansas. Highs will rise into the upper 60s and low 70s, with continued warming into Monday and Tuesday. Several locations, including central and southern Arkansas, could see highs reach the low to mid-70s, giving the region a springlike feel.
Overnight temperatures will also trend warmer, with lows climbing into the 40s and 50s by early next week. This warming pattern will persist through at least Monday, making for favorable conditions for travel, outdoor activities, and routine commutes along I-40, I-30, and I-49.
Rain chances remain very low through the weekend, but changes arrive by Tuesday into Tuesday night. A passing disturbance is expected to bring scattered showers and possible thunderstorms to portions of Arkansas, with precipitation probabilities increasing to 20–40 percent, especially late Tuesday.
While no severe weather is currently anticipated, residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts as the system approaches. Overall, Arkansas will experience a quiet weekend, rapid warming, and increasing rain chances early next week, marking a notable shift toward more springlike conditions across the state.
