Little Rock, AR – Showers are set to return to Arkansas on Friday night, bringing damp conditions to Little Rock and surrounding areas. A mild and mostly sunny day Friday will give way to increasing clouds, with a 20% chance of showers after midnight.
According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will reach a high of 70°F on Friday before dropping to 53°F overnight. Winds will shift from the southwest at 10-15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph during the day, making for breezy conditions ahead of the rain.
By Saturday, rain chances increase to 50%, with scattered showers expected throughout the day. The high will be a cooler 53°F, with northeast winds at 5-10 mph. The chance of showers will persist into Saturday night, with a low around 40°F.
Sunday brings relief from the rain, with mostly sunny skies and a high near 61°F. Winds will remain light from the north, providing a calm end to the weekend.
Looking ahead, Monday and Tuesday will be warmer, with highs reaching the low to mid-70s under sunny skies. However, another system could bring a 20% chance of showers and thunderstorms by Wednesday.
Drivers along I-40 should be prepared for wet roads Friday night and Saturday. Keep an eye on local forecasts for updates on changing weather conditions.
