Arkansas – Cold air settles across central Arkansas this morning, frosting windshields and leaving lawns stiff under clear skies. The chill feels sharp early, but changes are already lining up as the final hours of 2025 tick away.
According to the National Weather Service, Little Rock started the morning near 31 degrees with calm winds and dry conditions. Sunshine dominates today, helping temperatures rebound into the upper 50s. Early travel may still feel slick on bridges and shaded roads until the freeze loosens later this morning.
New Year’s Day turns milder. Clouds increase through the day, but highs reach near 60, signaling a quick step away from winter’s edge. Thursday night stays mostly cloudy, with temperatures holding in the mid-40s and only a slight chance of light showers after midnight.
By Friday, rain chances increase. A 30 percent chance of showers develops mainly before midday, potentially dampening roads along I-30, I-40, and major surface streets across the metro. Rainfall totals stay light, but wet pavement could slow traffic during peak travel hours.
Friday night remains mostly cloudy with lows in the low 40s. The first weekend of 2026 looks quieter. Saturday brings sunshine and highs in the low 50s, followed by a clear and colder Saturday night with temperatures dipping into the mid-30s. Sunday rebounds with sunshine and highs in the mid-50s, closing the holiday stretch on a calm note.
Drivers should stay alert during early mornings and plan extra time Friday if showers develop. Winter still demands attention, even during brief warm-ups. Heading out today or traveling this weekend? Share what road conditions look like where you are.
Five Day Outlook for Little Rock, Arkansas
Today: Sunny, high near 58°F
Tonight: Mostly clear, low near 35°F
New Year’s Day: Increasing clouds, high near 60°F
Friday: Chance of showers, high near 60°F
Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 53°F
