Arkansas – Sunlight spills across central Arkansas this morning, but the air feels sharper than it looks. A steady northwest breeze slides between buildings, rustles bare branches, and reminds residents that winter still controls the calendar.
According to the National Weather Service in Little Rock, northwest winds gusting up to 25 mph are expected today, keeping conditions brisk even as highs reach the mid-50s. Humidity remains elevated early, but dry air steadily works in as the day progresses.
In Little Rock, wind chills hover in the 40s through the morning hours before improving slightly this afternoon. Gusty conditions may affect travel on I-30, I-40, and the I-430 loop, especially for high-profile vehicles. Drivers should stay alert for sudden crosswinds on overpasses.
Skies stay mostly sunny, helping roads dry after recent moisture. Still, temperatures drop quickly after sunset. Lows fall into the mid-30s tonight, with colder pockets dipping below freezing outside the city. Frost development becomes possible by early morning, especially on untreated surfaces.
Sunday brings calmer weather and cooler air. Highs top out near 49 degrees, keeping a winter feel in place. By Monday, a noticeable warm-up begins as southwest winds return. Afternoon temperatures rebound into the mid-50s, then surge into the low 60s by Tuesday.
That warming trend does not last. Another front approaches midweek, shifting winds and knocking highs back into the upper 50s. Any leftover moisture could refreeze during colder mornings, raising concerns for slick bridges and shaded roads.
Meteorologists continue monitoring the midweek pattern for stronger winds, though no major hazards are expected right now. Feeling the chill where you are? Tell us how cold it feels in your part of Little Rock.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Little Rock, Arkansas
Saturday: Mostly sunny and breezy. High near 55.
Sunday: Sunny and cooler. High near 49.
Monday: Sunny. High near 55.
Tuesday: Sunny and warmer. High near 63.
Wednesday: Partly sunny and breezy. High near 59.
