Little Rock residents should prepare for another sweltering day Tuesday, with temperatures soaring to 93°F and a chance of scattered thunderstorms. The heat combined with storm potential could create difficult driving conditions, particularly along Interstate 30 and local surface streets during the evening commute.
According to the National Weather Service in North Little Rock, showers and thunderstorms are possible Tuesday afternoon, tapering off by evening. Winds will stay light from the north, offering little relief from the sticky conditions. Overnight lows are expected near 68°F under mostly clear skies.
Drivers should remain alert to sudden downpours that could reduce visibility and create slick spots on roads. Outdoor workers and students returning from after-school activities should stay hydrated and monitor weather alerts, especially during peak heating hours.
Wednesday brings calmer conditions with sunny skies and highs again near 93°F, but another round of rain returns Thursday. Storm chances climb late in the week, with scattered showers expected Thursday through Saturday. These spotty storms could interrupt evening events and cause minor travel delays across Pulaski and surrounding counties.
By the weekend, highs ease slightly into the mid-80s, offering the first taste of fall weather in central Arkansas. Still, lingering storm chances mean outdoor plans should include a backup option.
Warnings and advisories may be issued if storms intensify. Residents should continue monitoring updates from the National Weather Service for changing conditions.
Five-Day Forecast for Little Rock, Arkansas:
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 93°F. Low 68°F.
- Wednesday: Sunny, high 93°F. Low 68°F.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 92°F. 20% chance of storms. Low 68°F.
- Friday: Partly cloudy, scattered storms possible. High 87°F. Low 66°F.
- Saturday: Chance of showers, high 85°F. Low 65°F.
