Little Rock, AR – Severe thunderstorms are expected to move into central Arkansas Sunday afternoon, bringing damaging winds, heavy rain, and possible flash flooding to the Little Rock area.
According to the National Weather Service, storms will begin forming around 4 p.m. Sunday and intensify into the evening, with the greatest threat between 6 p.m. and midnight. South winds will gust up to 30 mph ahead of the system. Residents should prepare for downed tree limbs, slick roads, and brief power outages. Motorists on I-30 and I-40 should exercise caution due to limited visibility and heavy rainfall during peak travel times.
The forecast for Sunday calls for a high of 83°F with a 50% chance of thunderstorms increasing to 70% by night. Some storms may be severe, producing hail and isolated wind gusts over 50 mph. Rainfall totals could exceed one inch in localized areas.
By Monday morning, conditions will clear, with sunny skies and a high of 68°F. However, another rain system moves in by Tuesday night, bringing a 30% chance of rain. The five-day forecast shows mostly clear conditions Monday and Tuesday, with more showers likely Wednesday through Friday.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Little Rock:
- Monday: Sunny, high 68°F
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 72°F
- Wednesday: Rain likely, high 82°F
- Thursday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, high 78°F
- Friday: Showers continue, high 78°F
