Little Rock, AR – Isolated thunderstorms could turn strong across Arkansas Monday afternoon into the evening as a warm front lifts north across the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, the main severe weather window currently appears Monday afternoon through the evening hours, when atmospheric conditions could allow a few storms to intensify.
Forecasters say the primary threats include hail up to around 1 inch and wind gusts up to 60 mph with the strongest storms. While widespread severe weather is not expected at this time, a few storms could briefly reach severe levels.
The potential storms could affect travel across central Arkansas, including roads in and around Little Rock, North Little Rock, Conway, Benton, and surrounding communities. Drivers during the evening commute Monday should be alert for heavy rain, lightning, and sudden wind gusts that may briefly impact road visibility.
The unsettled pattern may continue beyond Monday.
According to the National Weather Service, additional showers and thunderstorms are expected Tuesday, March 10, and Wednesday, March 11, as another upper-level weather system moves across the region.
Some of those storms could also become strong depending on how the system develops and how much instability builds over Arkansas.
Meteorologists say forecast details may change over the next 24 to 48 hours as the system approaches.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated forecasts and ensure they have multiple ways to receive weather warnings, especially during spring storm season when conditions can change quickly.
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