Little Rock, AR – Midweek in central Arkansas will bring a double punch of dangerous heat and possible afternoon thunderstorms, with Wednesday shaping up as the week’s most hazardous day. Temperatures will reach 94°F, but humidity will push the heat index as high as 101°F, and the National Weather Service warns that a 50 percent chance of storms could bring heavy downpours and lightning after 1 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service, the most active weather will develop from early to mid-afternoon Wednesday, impacting Pulaski, Saline, and Faulkner counties. Outdoor workers and event organizers should plan for sudden delays or cancellations, while drivers may face brief low-visibility downpours and slick roads. Calm winds will keep the air stagnant, adding to heat stress concerns.
The remainder of the week will trend hot but slightly less storm-prone. Thursday brings partly cloudy skies and a high of 95°F before storm chances return Friday afternoon. Residents should avoid prolonged outdoor activity during peak heat hours and keep hydrated.
Warnings remain possible through Friday, with the next round of NWS updates expected late Tuesday night.
Five Day Forecast for Little Rock, AR:
- Tuesday: Hot with afternoon storms possible before 4 p.m. High 96°F, low 74°F
- Wednesday: Storms after 1 p.m., heat index up to 101°F. High 94°F, low 73°F
- Thursday: Partly cloudy, calm winds. High 95°F, low 74°F
- Friday: Slight chance of afternoon storms. High 97°F, low 75°F
- Saturday: Mostly sunny and hot. High 98°F, low 76°F
