Little Rock, Ark. – Storms are set to rattle Central Arkansas Sunday afternoon, bringing downpours, wind, and a preview of the summer heat building toward the 4th of July.
According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, a chance of showers and thunderstorms increases sharply after 10 a.m. Sunday, with stronger storms likely by 1 p.m. in Pulaski County and surrounding areas. Rainfall amounts could top half an inch in some spots, with gusty winds and localized flooding possible. Travelers on I-30 and I-40 should plan for wet pavement and low visibility after midday.
The severe threat remains low, but isolated storms could dump heavy rain quickly where they stall. By Sunday night, skies will partly clear as lows settle near 76°F, but humid air and cloud cover will stick around into the workweek.
Temperatures hold in the lower 90s through the 4th of July, but cloud cover will help keep heat index values under 105°F. Still, residents should hydrate often and limit time outdoors during peak heat, especially midweek.
Here’s your 6-Day Forecast for Little Rock (June 29–July 4):
- Sunday: Chance of storms after 10 a.m., high near 92°F
- Monday: Showers and storms likely after 1 p.m., high near 92°F
- Tuesday: Chance of showers and storms, high near 89°F
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, slight storm chance, high near 91°F
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, storm risk low, high near 92°F
- 🎆 Friday (4th of July): Mostly sunny, hot and dry, high near 93°F
