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Things to Do in Arkansas

Top things to do in Arkansas: attractions, parks, viewpoints and day trips, with maps and live weather.

🌙 81°F now🕔 2:11 AM local📅 Best: March, August, September and October👥 3.1 million

Things to do in Arkansas

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Arkansas.

National parks in Arkansas

Map of Arkansas

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Coordinates: 34°44′47.4″N 92°17′22.6″W (34.7465, -92.2896)

Weather in Arkansas right now

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81°F
Clear · feels like 88°F
Humidity68%
Wind3 mph ESE
Gusts5 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover0%
Pressure1003 hPa
VisibilityExcellent · 15 mi
Air quality55 · Moderate
Sunrise6:34 AM
Sunset7:50 PM
Moon🌓 First quarter · 57%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 2:11 AM, Aug 21 local time.

⚠️Fri, Aug 21: extreme heat, 101°F (39°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Aug 22: extreme heat, 100°F (38°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Aug 23: extreme heat, 106°F (41°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Mon, Aug 24: extreme heat, 97°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Tue, Aug 25: extreme heat, 104°F (40°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 102°F (39°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

Best time to visit Arkansas

Go in March, August, September and October. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.

Hardest months: January, February and December - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.

January★★☆☆☆
February★★★☆☆
March★★★★
April★★★☆☆
May★★★☆☆
June★★★★
July★★★★
August★★★★
September★★★★
October★★★★
November★★★★
December★★★☆☆

Summary

Arkansas is a state in United States. Arkansas is a US state with its capital at Little Rock. It has a population of about 3.1 million. The capital is Little Rock.

Right now it is 81°F (27°C) in Arkansas with clear. It feels like 88°F. Today runs from 77°F to 101°F. Chance of precipitation is 7%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.4/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Arkansas is March, August, September and October. The climate is continental. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 92°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 31°F.

The closest major airport is Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), about 301 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hot Springs National Park.

In plain terms. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 101°F is 9.9°F above the 91°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. swimming is the strongest bet in Arkansas today at 9.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Arkansas?

Arkansas is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 34.7465, -92.2896. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Arkansas right now?

It is currently 81°F (27°C) with clear. Humidity is 68% and wind is 3 mph.

When is the best time to visit Arkansas?

March, August, September and October offer the most comfortable conditions in Arkansas, which has a continental climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Arkansas in?

Arkansas observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 2:11 AM.

How many people live in Arkansas?

Arkansas has a population of approximately 3.1 million.

What is the nearest airport to Arkansas?

The closest airports are Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), 301 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Arkansas?

Popular options include Hot Springs National Park.

What places are in Arkansas?

Arkansas covers 1 places in this atlas, including Hot Springs National Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 21, 2026 at 2:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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