Little Rock, AR – Arkansas residents can expect unseasonably warm weather this week, with temperatures running 5 to 10 degrees above average and little chance of rainfall.
According to the US National Weather Service in Little Rock, daytime highs will generally reach the mid-80s across much of the state, while overnight lows will dip into the lower to mid-60s. The pattern is expected to hold steady through the weekend, with only minimal rain chances appearing Thursday afternoon.
Meteorologists noted that no significant forecast changes are expected in the coming days. Communities including Fort Smith, Harrison, Jonesboro, Texarkana, and Monticello will see similar temperature trends, with little variation across regions.
The forecast map shows a clear cycle of warm afternoons followed by cooler mornings, though still above seasonal averages for late September and early October. With dry air and limited rainfall, outdoor activities should see few weather-related disruptions.