As heat builds across Arkansas , it is important to remember that a closed-up vehicle can heat up quickly without AC. Beat the heat, check the backseat, and never leave people or pets unattended in a vehicle exposed to the elements.
Heat Advisories and Extreme Heat Warnings are in effect through Tuesday evening across much of Arkansas. Heat Index values of 105-109° degrees are expected in advisory areas and 110+° degrees with the areas under the Extreme Heat Warning. Please exercise caution and stay hydrated and consider wearing light colored and light weight clothing.
Hot temperatures are forecast into the middle of this week as high pressure remains over the state. Temperatures are expected to reach the mid 90s to over 100 degrees with heat index values feeling much warmer.
Note: "N/A" or "MISG" will be displayed if values are not available. In the LOCATION column, click on links for a list of recent observations at sites of interest. In the WIND column, VRB is "variable" and G is "gust". Wind speeds are in MPH. In the BARO (pressure) column, values are in inches. In the REMARKS column, HX is "heat index", WCI is "wind chill index", and VSB is "visibility" (if shown).