LITTLE ROCK, AR – Arkansas residents should prepare for a wet start to the week as showers and thunderstorms move into the region Monday. Breezy conditions will accompany the rain, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph on Tuesday. After the storms, a midweek cooldown is expected, bringing clearer skies and calmer conditions.
According to the National Weather Service, rain chances increase late Sunday night, with a 30% chance of showers before 3 a.m. Monday. Light rain will continue into Monday, with a 20% chance of showers during the day. Highs will reach around 60°F, with south winds at 5-10 mph.
By Monday night, the storm system strengthens, bringing a 40% chance of rain after midnight. Tuesday will be the wettest day of the week, with thunderstorms likely and heavy rain possible. Winds will shift from the south to the southwest, increasing to 15-20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
After the storm system clears, Wednesday will bring cooler temperatures and dry conditions, with highs in the mid-50s. Northwest winds will remain breezy at 15-20 mph. Sunshine returns Thursday and Friday, with highs climbing back into the upper 60s.
Travelers should watch for slick roads Monday and Tuesday, particularly on I-40 and I-30 through Little Rock. Stay updated on local forecasts and prepare for changing conditions as the week progresses.
