Heat Advisory
* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108
expected. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, southeast, southwest, and
western Arkansas.
* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM C…
Heat Advisory
* WHAT...For the first Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108
expected. For the second Heat Advisory, heat index values up to 108
expected.
* WHERE...Portions of central, eastern, southeast, southwest, and
western Arkansas.
* WHEN...For the first Heat Advisory, until 8 PM C…
Tomorrow in Little Rock looks
sunny, with a high of 101°
and an overnight low of 75°.
There is a 57% chance of rain - plan accordingly.
Winds top out near 10 mph,
and the UV index reaches 9 (very high).
Located in Arkansas, United States, Little Rock experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot, humid summers and generally mild winters. Afternoon temperatures peak near 92°F (33°C) in July and dip to about 51°F (10°C) in January, with around 52.4 inches (1330 mm) of precipitation falling across the year.
Little Rock weather: quick facts
Hottest month: July - highs near 92°F (33°C)
Coldest month: January - highs near 51°F (10°C)
Record high: 105°F (41°C) · Record low: -6°F (-21°C) (2015–2024)
Wettest month: March (13 rainy days) · Sunniest: July (12.2 h sun/day)
Climate type:humid subtropical - hot, humid summers and generally mild winters
Snow: about 2 days a year
Temperatures through the year
The warmest stretch of the year centers on July. Highs average 92°F (33°C) and overnight lows stay near 74°F (24°C). The coolest month is January, with typical highs of 51°F (10°C) and lows around 34°F (1°C). Based on 2015–2024 weather data, temperatures have reached as high as 105°F (41°C) and dropped as low as -6°F (-21°C).
Rain, sun and snow
March is usually the wettest month. It brings about 6.0 inches (152 mm) of rain over 13 days, while September is the driest. July brings the most sunshine, averaging 12.2 hours of sun a day. Snowfall is rare but not unheard of.
Season by season
Spring (March through May)
Spring in Little Rock brings comfortable warmth, with daytime highs averaging 72°F (22°C) and nights around 53°F (12°C); expect showers on roughly 38 days across the season.
Summer (June through August)
Summer in Little Rock is hot, with daytime highs averaging 90°F (32°C) and nights around 72°F (22°C); expect showers on roughly 31 days across the season. With the humidity factored in, afternoons often feel hotter than the thermometer reads - run the numbers through the humidity and dew point converter to see why.
Fall (September through November)
Fall in Little Rock is pleasantly warm, with daytime highs averaging 75°F (24°C) and nights around 56°F (14°C); expect showers on roughly 22 days across the season.
Winter (December through February)
Winter in Little Rock is mild, with daytime highs averaging 54°F (12°C) and nights around 37°F (3°C); expect showers on roughly 31 days across the season.
Average temperatures in Little Rock by month
Monthly averages for Little Rock based on 2015–2024 weather data.
July is the hottest month in Little Rock, with average highs of 92°F (33°C) and overnight lows near 74°F (24°C). In the past decade the temperature has peaked at 105°F (41°C).
What is the coldest month in Little Rock?
January is the coldest month, with highs averaging 51°F (10°C) and lows around 34°F (1°C). The lowest reading in recent years was -6°F (-21°C).
What is the rainiest month in Little Rock?
March is typically the wettest month, averaging 6.0 inches (152 mm) of precipitation across about 13 days. September is usually the driest.
Does it snow in Little Rock?
Yes. Little Rock averages about 2 days of snowfall a year, concentrated January through February.
What is the best time to visit Little Rock?
The best time to visit Little Rock is generally September to February, when warm days, manageable rainfall and plenty of daylight line up. Daytime temperatures in that window typically sit near 64°F (18°C).
How sunny is Little Rock?
Little Rock averages 9.1 hours of sunshine per day across the year. July is the sunniest month at about 12.2 hours of sun a day.
Is Little Rock humid?
Relative humidity in Little Rock averages about 72% over the year, which feels fairly humid. Combined with July heat, muggy conditions are common in summer - the dew point is the number to watch.