Little Rock, AR — A midweek warm-up across Arkansas will quickly give way to wet weather just in time for Easter weekend, prompting a weather alert for potential thunderstorms and travel delays beginning Friday.
According to the National Weather Service, Little Rock will enjoy sunny skies and temperatures in the mid-70s Tuesday and Wednesday, peaking at 83°F by Thursday. But by Friday evening, a shift in conditions will bring a 30% chance of showers and thunderstorms. Rain chances increase to 40% Saturday and Sunday, potentially affecting Easter activities across central Arkansas and along key corridors such as I-30 and I-40.
Southwest winds through Thursday may gust up to 20 mph, so residents should secure outdoor items ahead of the weekend system. Thursday will offer a last burst of spring sunshine before cloud cover and precipitation roll in.
Motorists traveling for Easter should monitor local weather updates and allow extra time due to possible slick roads and reduced visibility during storms. Outdoor event planners are urged to have backup options prepared as confidence in rainfall timing grows.
Extended Five-Day Forecast for Little Rock, AR:
- Tuesday: Sunny, high near 73°F
- Wednesday: Sunny, high near 74°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high near 83°F
- Friday: 30% chance of showers and storms, mostly cloudy, high near 86°F
- Saturday: 40% chance of storms, mostly cloudy, high near 82°F
- Sunday (Easter): 40% chance of showers, partly sunny, high near 80°F
