Arkansas — A faint veil of morning haze hangs over the Little Rock skyline, softening the first light as it reflects off damp pavement. The air feels mild and still, almost deceptively calm for mid-November. A gentle south wind pushes through the River Market area, carrying a warm, earthy scent that hints at another day of unseasonably high temperatures.
Residents should plan for dry travel and easy commutes, but also expect gustier winds by late morning. Lightweight outdoor items may shift, and leaf piles can scatter across driveways. With the region warming quickly this weekend, early holiday planners get ideal weather for decorations, lawn cleanup, and short-distance travel across I-30, I-40, and I-430.
Sunny, steady warmth continues into Sunday, though clouds slowly increase through the evening. To be fair, this pattern feels more like early fall than November 16th, but models hint at a notable shift as moisture deepens Monday. A slight chance of thunderstorms develops by late day, mainly north and west of the metro, followed by a broader chance Tuesday. While severe weather is not guaranteed, the combination of warm, humid air and a passing disturbance could spark brief downpours, lightning, and isolated gusty winds.
These midweek showers may slow early Thanksgiving travel, especially along I-40 between Little Rock and Conway, where heavier pockets of rain could form. Drivers should watch for reduced visibility and slick spots during the heaviest bursts. No snow chance appears, but the warm-to-cool swing reminds us that the winter transition season can turn quickly.
Behind Tuesday’s system, temperatures begin slipping, offering a subtle Winter Tease as Arkansas edges closer to Thanksgiving week.
Five-Day Outlook for Little Rock, AR
Sat: 78/60 – Sunny; breezy southwest winds.
Sun: 73/54 – Sunny; clouds build late.
Mon: 74/62 – Slight storm chance; warm and humid.
Tue: 76/54 – Showers, possible storms; travel delays.
Wed: 64/57 – Showers likely; pockets of heavy rain.
