Little Rock, Arkansas – Spring heat surges back into Arkansas this week, with Little Rock pushing 91°F and heat index values nearing 95°F by Wednesday afternoon.
According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, after a brief round of early-week showers, the state will transition to mostly sunny and increasingly hot conditions starting Tuesday. Daytime highs will climb steadily, reaching 85°F on Tuesday and peaking near 91°F Wednesday. South winds will increase to 10–15 mph, with gusts up to 20 mph possible.
Residents in Pulaski, Saline, and Faulkner counties should limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours due to rising heat and humidity. Hydration and sunscreen are essential, particularly for those working along major corridors like I-30, I-40, and I-630.
While severe weather is not expected midweek, the pattern shifts again by Thursday. Scattered thunderstorms could redevelop Thursday afternoon into Friday as a weak front approaches. Rain chances rise to 50% Friday and Saturday, with localized heavy downpours possible.
Here’s your 5-Day Arkansas Weather Outlook:
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 85°F. Light south wind.
- Wednesday: Sunny and hot, high near 91°F.
- Thursday: Partly sunny, high 90°F. 30% chance of storms late.
- Friday: 50% chance of showers and thunderstorms. High near 86°F.
- Saturday: Continued storm chances, high near 88°F.
