Little Rock, AR — A calm spring Thursday will give way to a stormy end of the week across Central Arkansas, including the Little Rock metro area.
Sunny skies and highs near 82°F are expected Thursday, offering residents a brief window to enjoy spring weather before conditions shift. According to the National Weather Service, winds from the south will pick up Thursday afternoon, reaching gusts up to 15 mph. By Friday, the region faces a 40 percent chance of showers, rising to an 80 percent likelihood of thunderstorms overnight.
Drivers along the I-30 corridor should prepare for slick roads and limited visibility late Friday into Saturday morning. South winds may reach up to 25 mph, increasing the risk of downed branches and minor power outages.
Saturday holds a 50 percent chance of rain through early afternoon, with another round of showers possible overnight. Temperatures will remain seasonable, with highs in the mid-70s and lows near the mid-60s.
Looking ahead, Sunday brings a break in the rain with partly sunny skies and a high near 84°F. However, another system could move in by Monday, bringing a 30 percent chance of spring showers into the early week.
Five-Day Outlook for Little Rock:
- Thursday: High 82°F, partly sunny, breezy
- Friday: High 74°F, chance of thunderstorms
- Saturday: Showers early, high 77°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 84°F
- Monday: Possible showers, high 70°F
