Little Rock, Arkansas – Storms are expected to develop by Tuesday evening across central Arkansas, bringing 90-degree heat, gusty winds, and a rising thunderstorm threat to Little Rock just in time for the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service, Tuesday, June 3, will begin mostly sunny and hot, with temperatures reaching 90°F across Pulaski County. By Tuesday night, skies turn mostly cloudy with increased humidity and south winds gusting up to 15 mph—prime conditions for scattered thunderstorms late into the evening. Rain chances increase again Wednesday and Thursday as a slow-moving system keeps the region unstable.
Cities along the I-30 and I-630 corridors should prepare for sudden downpours and possible lightning by late Tuesday. While no severe weather is expected at this time, motorists are urged to check road conditions before traveling and avoid flooded routes.
In addition to storm activity, haze from Canadian wildfire smoke could reduce visibility and degrade air quality through midweek, especially in low-lying areas around Little Rock and North Little Rock.
Prepare by securing outdoor items, charging mobile devices, and monitoring local alerts. Summer storms can develop rapidly, and outdoor activities may need to be adjusted.
The unsettled pattern lingers through Saturday, with daily afternoon storm chances and highs hovering in the upper 80s. Drier and clearer skies could return by Sunday.
Five-Day Weather Outlook – Little Rock, AR
- Tuesday (June 3): Mostly sunny, high 90°F. Increasing clouds late, storms possible overnight.
- Wednesday: 40% chance of thunderstorms. Partly sunny, high 88°F.
- Thursday: 50% chance of storms, mostly cloudy. High 88°F.
- Friday: Isolated storms (40%), partly sunny, high 89°F.
- Saturday: Continued storm chance (40%). Mostly cloudy, high near 88°F.
