Little Rock, AR – Arkansas residents can expect a break from the usual July heat as cooler temperatures are forecasted for the upcoming days. According to the US National Weather Service in Little Rock, a cooler and drier air mass will move into the state, bringing relief from the typical summer swelter.
Friday will see temperatures in the mid-80s across most of the state, with places like Fort Smith, Little Rock, and Hot Springs hitting around 86°F. This trend of cooler than normal temperatures will persist into the weekend. Saturday morning lows will range from the upper 50s to upper 60s, eventually warming to the mid-80s and low 90s by the afternoon.
Sunday will follow a similar pattern, with morning lows between the low 60s to low 70s and afternoon highs reaching the low 80s to low 90s. Despite a slight uptick in temperatures, they will remain below average for this time of year.
Starting Monday, a chance of rain and thunderstorms will enter the forecast. Little Rock will see a 55% chance of rain, with temperatures ranging from a morning low of 69°F to an afternoon high of 84°F. This pattern will continue through Wednesday, with rain chances at 45% and temperatures between 71°F and 86°F. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and prepare for potential thunderstorms during this period.
