Rain on the Way: What Arkansas Can Expect This Week

Arkansas residents should prepare for a mixed bag of weather this week. Forecasters predict scattered thunderstorms starting Tuesday morning, with another possible round later in the day. A cold front pushing through the region will bring the chance of heavy rain that could last into Wednesday. While the rain might ease dry conditions slightly, it won’t be enough to end the ongoing drought.Strong winds and small hail are possible with the storms, especially in the afternoon and evening. Gusts could reach up to 75 mph, and hail might fall but stay under two inches in size. The timing of the storms means they could disrupt morning plans but might also linger into the evening. The cold front itself could slow down midweek, stretching the wet weather into Wednesday morning. Rain totals are expected to range between one and two inches across the state. That’s enough to dampen the ground and help with short-term moisture, but it won’t solve long-term water shortages. The storms will pass through quickly, so while they might bring temporary relief, they won’t break the drought completely.