LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A warm, tranquil stretch of Fall weather is locking in across Central Arkansas just in time for the Columbus Day holiday. After a cool start in the low 60s, Saturday brings sunshine, light winds, and highs near 82 degrees—ideal for outdoor festivals, pumpkin patch visits, or early holiday travel plans.
According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, this mild pattern will dominate through at least Wednesday with dry skies and highs rising into the mid-80s. East and southeast breezes remain light, keeping air quality and travel visibility excellent along I-30 and I-40. No rain is expected during the upcoming three-day weekend, giving residents a chance to prepare homes and gardens before cooler Fall air returns later in October.
Commuters and travelers are encouraged to stay hydrated and keep sun protection handy as afternoon warmth feels more like late September. For those hosting outdoor events or attending Columbus Day parades, calm winds and clear skies promise near-perfect conditions.
While this week’s setup brings no immediate hazards, local emergency officials remind residents that early Fall is a good time to check space heaters, test smoke alarms, and prep for the season’s first cold snaps later this month.
Clear, comfortable evenings and sunny afternoons should dominate through midweek—ideal for leaf-viewing drives across Pulaski and Saline Counties or family visits to area parks.
Five-Day Forecast for Little Rock, AR:
Sat: 82/58 – Sunny; light east wind.
Sun: 83/58 – Bright skies; calm and mild.
Mon (Columbus Day): 86/62 – Sunny and warm; great for travel.
Tue: 85/62 – Mostly sunny; light northeast breeze.
Wed: 85/61 – Clear and dry; pleasant mid-October warmth.
