Arkansas Weather Forecast
Arkansas weather: 78°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Arkansas weather in October
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Climate in Arkansas month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 47° | 31° | 4,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 60° | 40° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 70° | 50° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 76° | 57° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 80° | 63° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 90° | 72° | 4,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 92° | 75° | 3,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 91° | 73° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 86° | 67° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 77° | 58° | 3,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 65° | 48° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 56° | 40° | 2,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Continental. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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.
What to pack, what to skip
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing and a refillable water bottle
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Avoid long hikes after mid-morning; start at dawn or leave it for a cooler day.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid January, February and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Arkansas compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Arkansas.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | 130 mi | 64°F | 33°F cooler | 52 in |
| Branson | 141 mi | 60°F | 36°F cooler | 44 in |
| Mississippi | 208 mi | 67°F | +34°F warmer | 55 in |
| Missouri | 265 mi | 58°F | 39°F cooler | 39 in |
| St. Louis | 292 mi | 58°F | 38°F cooler | 45 in |
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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 78°F (26°C) with clear. Humidity is 73% and wind is 4 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 4:30 PM.
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 data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Official alerts | US National Weather Service. |
| Method | Scores, 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 22, 2026 at 4:30 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
