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Arkansas Weather Alert: Little Rock 77° to 36°, Nov. 8-13
Arkansas – Residents across Little Rock, Pulaski County and the greater central Arkansas region can expect several pleasant afternoons before a noticeable cooldown arrives later this week.
By Owen Prescott · 2026-11-08T11:23:38.998Z
Arkansas – Residents across Little Rock, Pulaski County and the greater central Arkansas region can expect several pleasant afternoons before a noticeable cooldown arrives later this week.
According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, temperatures will climb through the 70s early this week, with a slight chance of thunderstorms developing Wednesday afternoon.
The changing pattern could bring a 41 degree difference between Wednesday's projected afternoon high and Friday morning's low.
Sunshine Returns as Temperatures Climb Little Rock's Adams Field reported 40 degrees early Sunday, Nov. 8, with partly cloudy skies and 100% humidity.
Despite the chilly start, temperatures are expected to rebound toward 68 degrees by afternoon.
Mostly sunny conditions and light winds should make outdoor activities comfortable.
Sunday night brings mostly clear skies, with temperatures falling toward 41 degrees.
Monday, Nov. 9, looks even warmer.
Sunshine pushes temperatures toward 72 degrees before increasing clouds arrive Monday night.
Tuesday continues the warming trend, with partly sunny skies and highs near 74 degrees.
For residents clearing fallen leaves, preparing gardens or completing outdoor projects, the next several afternoons offer favorable opportunities.
Veterans Day Brings 77° and Thunderstorm Chances Wednesday, Nov. 11, could become the warmest day of the period.
The National Weather Service expects a high near 77 degrees, with mostly sunny skies.
However, a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms develops after noon.
Southwest winds increase to 5 10 mph during the afternoon, with gusts potentially reaching 15 mph.
While widespread severe weather is not indicated in the supplied forecast, residents should monitor conditions before outdoor Veterans Day activities.
Drivers traveling Interstate 30, Interstate 40 or Interstate 430 could encounter brief wet pavement if showers develop.
The rain chance continues into Wednesday evening before skies gradually clear.
Temperatures Drop Toward the 30s Thursday marks the beginning of a noticeable cooldown.
Sunshine continues, but afternoon temperatures reach only about 66 degrees.
North northwest winds increase to 10 15 mph, with gusts potentially reaching 20 mph.
By Thursday night, temperatures fall toward 39 degrees.
Friday morning brings an even cooler start, with lows near 36 degrees before afternoon sunshine raises temperatures toward 59 degrees.
Although these readings approach freezing, the supplied outlook does not indicate snow, ice or a freeze warning for Little Rock.
Residents should still prepare sensitive plants for increasingly chilly November mornings.
Little Rock Five Day Weather Outlook Monday, Nov. 9: Sunny and warmer. High 72°F, low 45°F. Tuesday, Nov. 10: Partly sunny. High 74°F, low 52°F. Wednesday, Nov. 11: Mostly sunny, with a 20% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. High 77°F, low 48°F. Thursday, Nov. 12: Sunny and breezy, with gusts up to 20 mph. High 66°F, low 39°F. Friday, Nov. 13: Sunny and cooler. High 59°F, low 36°F. Saturday, Nov. 14: Sunshine continues, with a high near 62 degrees.
What Happens as Thanksgiving Approaches? November often brings sharper temperature changes as colder air begins pushing farther south.
The latest supplied Little Rock outlook does not establish a snow or ice threat through Saturday.
However, residents should use warmer afternoons to prepare outdoor plumbing, protect vulnerable vegetation and secure loose yard items before colder weather arrives later in the month.
The exact timing and strength of any additional cold fronts approaching Thanksgiving remain uncertain.
Are you enjoying central Arkansas' November warmth, or are you ready for colder weather? Tell us how temperatures are changing in your neighborhood.