Arkansas – Frost crunches underfoot this morning as Little Rock begins the day locked in December cold. Windshields sparkle with ice, and breath hangs in the air as temperatures hover near the freezing mark.
According to the National Weather Service, readings dropped to around 30 degrees early, creating widespread frost across central Arkansas. Drivers should watch for slick spots on bridges, overpasses, and shaded roads during the morning commute. Even dry pavement can surprise when temperatures sit this low.
Clouds increase through the day, but conditions stay quiet. Afternoon highs recover into the low 50s, easing the bite but not fully erasing winter’s grip. Tonight turns cloudy and milder, with lows near 40 degrees as moisture begins to return.
Wednesday trends warmer and mostly cloudy. Highs climb into the mid-50s, and a few showers become possible late in the day. Roads may turn damp at times, though impacts stay limited for now. This brief warmth sets the stage for the next shift.
The most active weather arrives Thursday, December 18th. Showers become widespread, with rain likely through much of the day. A rumble of thunder cannot be ruled out during the afternoon. Winds pick up at times, and brief heavier rain could reduce visibility during peak travel hours around Little Rock and along I-30 and I-40.
Behind the rain, colder air quickly returns Thursday night. Temperatures fall toward the low 30s, raising a familiar December concern. Any lingering water on roads could refreeze, creating pockets of black ice by early Friday. Drivers should plan extra time and stay alert before sunrise.
Friday turns sunny but cooler, with highs near 49 degrees. The weekend improves steadily. Saturday and Sunday look mostly sunny and milder, with highs climbing into the low 60s, favorable for errands and early Christmas travel plans.
This warm-to-cold swing is an early signal of winter’s tightening grip across Arkansas as December continues.
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5-Day Outlook – Little Rock, AR
- Today: Frost early, increasing clouds, high near 51°
- Wednesday: Mostly cloudy, mild, high near 56°
- Thursday: Showers likely, breezy, high near 64°
- Friday: Sunny, cooler, high near 49°
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, warmer, high near 63°
