Little Rock, AR – Rain chances are expected to increase across Arkansas beginning Sunday and continuing through Thursday, offering some short-term relief to extremely dry conditions across the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, data updated at 3:59 PM CDT Saturday shows most areas are expected to receive between 0.5 and 1 inch of rainfall. Higher totals up to 1.5 inches are possible across western Arkansas, including Fort Smith, Mena, and Russellville.
Central parts of the state, including Little Rock and Hot Springs, are forecast to see around 0.5 to 1 inch of rain. Eastern areas such as West Memphis, Brinkley, and Monticello may receive lighter amounts, generally between 0.1 and 0.5 inches.
Despite the incoming rainfall, Arkansas remains well below normal precipitation levels over the past 30 days. Soil moisture data shows widespread dry conditions, particularly across central and eastern portions of the state, where drought impacts remain most significant.
Drivers across Arkansas may encounter slick roads during periods of heavier rain, especially during peak rainfall windows early next week.
Forecasters say while the rain will help in the short term, it will take multiple rounds of steady precipitation to make a meaningful impact on drought conditions.
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