Arkansas – Rain streaks across downtown Little Rock this morning as bands of showers sweep through central Arkansas, leaving slick pavement and low gray clouds over the Arkansas River. Commuters along Interstate 30, Interstate 40, and I-430 could encounter wet roads and brief downpours as storms move through the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, showers and thunderstorms are likely today with rain chances near 90% across Pulaski County and surrounding communities. Winds from the southwest around 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph may accompany the heavier rain bands.
Little Rock, North Little Rock, Benton, and Conway sit within the corridor most likely to see repeated rounds of showers during the day. Some storms may produce heavier bursts of rain that quickly reduce visibility on busy roadways.
Drivers traveling across I-30 through downtown Little Rock and I-40 near the Arkansas River bridges should expect slick pavement and occasional ponding in low-lying areas. Slow down and allow extra time if traveling across central Arkansas this afternoon.
Rain gradually tapers as the system pushes east. Clouds break later and cooler air filters into the region. Temperatures drop toward the upper 30s by early morning, bringing a noticeably brisk feel after the mild, humid start to the day.
Sunshine returns Thursday with calmer weather and highs near 60°F. The warming trend resumes quickly as the weekend approaches.
By Friday, bright sunshine lifts temperatures near 72°F, setting up comfortable early-spring weather across central Arkansas. Even warmer air arrives Saturday with highs approaching 77°F, ideal for outdoor plans and Spring Break travelers heading across Arkansas highways.
Another system may approach late Sunday, bringing increasing clouds and the next chance for scattered showers.
Seeing rain or wet roads where you are around Little Rock today? Let us know what conditions look like in your neighborhood.
Five Day Outlook for Little Rock, Arkansas
Wednesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High 73°F.
Wednesday Night: Chance of showers early, then clearing. Low 38°F.
Thursday: Sunny and cooler. High 60°F.
Friday: Sunny with spring warmth building. High 72°F.
Saturday: Sunny and warmer. High 77°F.
