Today’s Little Rock Arkansas weather conditions, as of 5:16 AM on Wednesday, the 5th of June. Overnight, mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. Then, Wednesday, a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 7am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 87. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Wednesday Night, a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms. Then, Thursday, showers and thunderstorms likely. Cloudy, with a high near 83. Chance of precipitation is 70%. Sunrise today will be at 5:56 am and the sun will set at 8:19 pm.

There are 2 local weather hazards at the time of this report. Here are those local weather hazards.

Flood statement. From the National Weather Service in Little Rock. the Flood Warning continues for the following river in Arkansas. Arkansas River At Little Rock affecting Pulaski County. Arkansas River At Pine Bluff affecting Jefferson and Lincoln Counties. Arkansas River At Dardanelle 1 NE affecting Pope and Yell Counties. Arkansas River At Morrilton affecting Conway and Perry Counties. Arkansas River At Toad Suck Lock And Dam Tailwater affecting Faulkner and Perry Counties. River forecasts are based on current conditions and rainfall forecasted to occur over the next 18 hours. During periods of flooding. Evening forecasts are reissued with updated rainfall forecasts. Observed and forecasted stage data plots are available on our Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Service web page at. www dot weather dot gov slash lzk Under the Current Conditions section. Select River and Lakes AHPS. Precautionary/preparedness actions. Safety message. Remember to Turn Around. Don`t Drown Do not drive cars through flooded areas. Everyone with property or other interest along streams and rivers should remain alert to changing weather forecasts. Should conditions change. Look for river forecasts or Flood Warnings for use in making informed decisions to protect life and property. Arc119-051733- /o. Klzk. T0000z-190615t1839z/ /lita4. T2040z. T0600z. T1239z. NO/ 933 PM Central Daylight Time Tue Jun 4 2019. The Flood Warning continues for The Arkansas River At Little Rock. until Saturday June 15. Or until the warning is cancelled. At 8:00 PM Tuesday the stage was 29. feet. Major flooding is occurring and Major flooding is forecast. Flood stage is 23. feet. Forecast. The river will continue rising to near 29. feet by late tonight. The river will stay elevated for several days. With rainfall in the forecast at the end of the week, continue to monitor forecasts for any updates. Impacts at 27. feet. Shillcutt Bayou backwater flooding near 37th and 38th Streets west of State Highway 365. The County Farm Road area floods from backwater up the Little Maumelle River, several homes are impacted by access problems. Arkansas River crested in May 8th 1990 at 27. feet. Impacts at 29. feet. Baring Cross, Dixie, and Eastgate areas of North Little Rock effected. Fld Observed Forecast 6 AM Crest Location Stg Stg Day Time Wed Thu Fri Crest Time Date. Arkansas River Little Roc 23 29. Tue 08 PM 29. Am 06/05. Lat. Lon 3430 9213 3461 9221 3483 9247 3492 9238 3467 9207 3434 9199.

Hazardous Weather Outlook. This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for a Large Part of Arkansas. Day one. Today and Tonight. Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are possible through tonight. While a few strong storms are possible, the potential for organized severe weather will be limited. Meanwhile, the Arkansas River will continue to rise or remain high, with major flooding continuing at all forecast points along the river. Days two through seven. Thursday Through Tuesday. Major flooding continues along the Arkansas River. This is an historic event, with record or near record crests occurring or projected. Arkansas River levels will remain high for quite some time. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will be possible over the next several days into the weekend. Some storms could be strong to severe with large hail and damaging winds the primary threats. Heavy rainfall will also be possible, with amounts from 1 to 3 inches expected through the weekend, with locally higher amounts. This will only increase the potential for flash flooding, as well as prolong the ongoing river flooding. All interests should monitor this forecast closely over the coming days. For those working outdoors, assisting with the ongoing Arkansas River flooding, be aware of the lightning hazard associated with approaching thunderstorms. Have a shelter in mind should storms approach your area. Spotter Information Statement. Spotter activation is not anticipated at this time.

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