Residents of Arkansas should prepare for a rainy Wednesday as showers and thunderstorms move across the state. The highest chances of rainfall will affect the northern and western parts of the state, especially between noon and 9 p.m.
Storms to Affect Northern and Western Arkansas
The National Weather Service in Little Rock reports that scattered storms will develop near the Oklahoma border early Wednesday morning. By midday, cities like Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and Harrison will see an increase in thunderstorm activity. Fayetteville has a 91% chance of rain, Rogers faces a 73% chance, and Fort Smith has a 70% chance. Little Rock, on the other hand, has a lower chance of rain at 45%, mainly in the afternoon and evening.
What Drivers Can Expect
Motorists traveling on I-40 and I-49 should be aware of brief downpours and possible lightning between 3 and 9 p.m., as the storms become more widespread in the central corridor of the state. Southern Arkansas will experience lower rain chances, with El Dorado at 24% and Monticello at 21%, though isolated showers are still possible in these areas.
Precautions to Take
Residents are advised to keep their phones charged, check weather apps before heading out, and avoid driving through flooded low-water crossings. While severe weather is not expected, gusty winds and localized downpours could cause minor disruptions.
Forecast for Thursday and Beyond
Rain chances will persist into Thursday, and the unsettled weather pattern is expected to continue through the weekend.
