Little Rock, AR

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Last Map Update: Wed, Jul 22, 2026 at 4:02:30 pm CDT

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Arkansas Forecast: Through the Weekend

Temperatures: Wednesday Highs/Thursday Lows

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HeatRisk: Next Six Days

The Pattern Ahead

We get a short break from heat to end this week as temperatures return to near normal. Dangerous heat returns next week with near record high temperatures and very warm overnight lows. If you can move any outdoor plans to the end of this week. If you must be outside be ready to take frequent breaks and start hydrating now.

A look at trends across the state by analyzing high temperatures, low temperatures, and rain chances. Simply put, a brief break from the oppressive heat until triple digit returns across the state by late weekend.

A cold front which is in progress of moving across Arkansas will have a major impact on high temperatures across on Wednesday. Locations across the northern one-fourth of the state will only peak between the mid 80s to low 90s. Across the remaining southern three-fourths of Arkansas, high temperatures will reach from the low to upper 90s. The high temperatures which are forecast to be the highest statewide are expected to be across far southern Arkansas. Temperatures Wednesday Night into the early morning hours on Wednesday will vary from the mid 60s into the mid 70s as a cooler airmass moves completely into the state.

As heat builds across Arkansas , it is important to remember that a closed-up vehicle can heat up quickly without AC. Beat the heat, check the backseat, and never leave people or pets unattended in a vehicle exposed to the elements.

Heat risk is shown in the graphic. Heat will build over Arkansas, especially on Tuesday where major to extreme heat risk is noted across most of the state.

Left Image: Tropical Storm Bertha (L) will move along the coast, but a cold front and the high pressure system will keep any effects away. Temperatures to end the week will be cooler with a weaker ridge and northerly flow. Right Image: Upper level ridge (H) will rebuild in over the region ushering in near record temperatures and very weak surface flow. Temperatures will climb well into the mid/upper 90s to over 100℉ by late this weekend into next week with heat indices around 105℉ to 110℉+

*Hourly Weather Roundup ( )*
*Location*	*Sky/Weather*	*Temp*	*Dewpt*	RH	*Wind*	*Baro*	*Remarks*
Fayetteville	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Harrison	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mountain Home	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Jonesboro	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Fort Smith	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Russellville	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Mount Ida	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Hot Springs	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Little Rock	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
North Little Rock	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
West Memphis	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Texarkana	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
El Dorado	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Pine Bluff	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Monticello	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Note: "N/A" or "MISG" will be displayed if values are not available. In the LOCATION column, click on links for a list of recent observations at sites of interest. In the WIND column, VRB is "variable" and G is "gust". Wind speeds are in MPH. In the BARO (pressure) column, values are in inches. In the REMARKS column, HX is "heat index", WCI is "wind chill index", and VSB is "visibility" (if shown).

*Point Forecasts*
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