Arkansas Weather Forecast
Arkansas weather: 100°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Arkansas?
No - rain is unlikely in Arkansas today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,1 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Mon.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 29% of a normal August week (0,1 in against 0,4 in).
16-day forecast for Arkansas
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Aug 21 | ☁️ Overcast | 100° / 78° | 7% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 22 | ☁️ Overcast | 107° / 76° | 19% | 17 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Aug 23 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 105° / 73° | 26% · 0,0 in | 20 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 24 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 95° / 71° | 51% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 105° / 76° | 19% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 102° / 78° | 22% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 101° / 73° | 22% · 0,0 in | 5 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 104° / 77° | 5% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 105° / 79° | 3% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 104° / 80° | 4% | 9 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 104° / 81° | 9% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 105° / 81° | 9% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 105° / 82° | 14% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | ☀️ Clear sky | 105° / 82° | 21% | 10 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 105° / 81° | 14% | 8 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 105° / 82° | 18% · 0,0 in | 8 mph | 7 |
What this means for Arkansas
Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 100°F is 8.8°F above the 91°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Northern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in June to August.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 77°F.
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.
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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 100°F (38°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 31% and wind is 7 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 6:17 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 21, 2026 at 6:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
