Arkansas starts the day with a cool, steady breeze and soft sunlight spreading across rooftops and open fields. Pavement glows slightly from early warmth, hinting at another mild December day, but a more winter-like feel begins building as we head toward Sunday.
Little Rock reaches the low 60s today under bright sun, with a light southwest wind keeping the air comfortable for midday errands and early holiday travel. To be fair, it feels more like late fall than mid-December, but this stretch doesn’t hold. Meteorologists now track reinforcing cool air sliding south, setting up a colder end to the weekend.
Clouds increase Saturday as highs settle near 50°F. North winds strengthen late in the day, signaling a quick transition to a colder pattern. Anyone planning outdoor decorating, shopping, or yard cleanup should wrap up by late afternoon while temperatures remain manageable. After all, December in Arkansas often flips fast once the northerly breeze settles in.
Sunday delivers the real change. Highs top out in the low 30s, and gusts near 20 mph create a biting edge. Wind chills drift into the teens at times, especially on bridges and open stretches of I-30 and I-40. Morning travelers should prepare for frosty windshields and brisk, stinging air. Thankfully, skies stay dry, but the cold will feel like a true Winter Tease for central Arkansas.
Early next week, sunshine returns with gradual warming—highs climbing into the upper 30s Monday and near 40 Tuesday. Clouds build again Wednesday ahead of a weak system, though moisture remains limited.
Plan extra layers for Sunday and protect exposed pipes or plants before the deeper cold arrives.
How cold does the breeze feel in your part of Little Rock this morning?
