Little Rock, AR Weather by Month and Climate Averages

Little Rock, AR gets 50.4 in of precipitation a year over about 106 rainy days, and about 3.8 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 93°F) and January the coldest (average low 33°F).

Little Rock climate at a glance

Humid subtropical climate

Little Rock, AR has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 52°F in January to 93°F in July. April is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically March and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 68°F.

How much rain does Little Rock get?

Little Rock gets 50.4 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 106 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 65% of the US.

April is the wettest month, with 5.6 in. September is the driest, with 3.0 in. May has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 28 days, to October 25, 2024.

See where Little Rock ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days.

Does it snow in Little Rock?

Yes. Little Rock gets about 3.8 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.

The snowiest winter on record is 2020–21, with 20.4 in.

The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on January 25, 2026.

See where Little Rock ranks: snowiest cities in the US.

Little Rock weather by month

Little Rock weather in January

In January, Little Rock averages a high of 52°F and a low of 33°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The January record high is 80°F (1975) and the record low is -2°F (1985).

Little Rock weather in February

In February, Little Rock averages a high of 56°F and a low of 36°F. It gets 4.0 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The February record high is 85°F (1986) and the record low is -1°F (2021).

Little Rock weather in March

In March, Little Rock averages a high of 65°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 5.0 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 41% of daylight hours. The March record high is 91°F (1974) and the record low is 15°F (2002). March is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Little Rock weather in April

In April, Little Rock averages a high of 74°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 5.6 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 46% of daylight hours. The April record high is 95°F (1987) and the record low is 28°F (1971).

Little Rock weather in May

In May, Little Rock averages a high of 82°F and a low of 61°F. It gets 5.1 in of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 42% of daylight hours. The May record high is 98°F (1998) and the record low is 38°F (2013).

Little Rock weather in June

In June, Little Rock averages a high of 89°F and a low of 69°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The June record high is 107°F (2012) and the record low is 49°F (1984).

Little Rock weather in July

In July, Little Rock averages a high of 93°F and a low of 73°F. It gets 3.3 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 53% of daylight hours. The July record high is 112°F (1986) and the record low is 54°F (1972).

Little Rock weather in August

In August, Little Rock averages a high of 92°F and a low of 72°F. It gets 3.2 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The August record high is 114°F (2011) and the record low is 52°F (1986).

Little Rock weather in September

In September, Little Rock averages a high of 86°F and a low of 65°F. It gets 3.0 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 62% of daylight hours. The September record high is 104°F (2000) and the record low is 42°F (1983).

Little Rock weather in October

In October, Little Rock averages a high of 75°F and a low of 52°F. It gets 4.5 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 65% of daylight hours. The October record high is 98°F (2015) and the record low is 28°F (2017). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Little Rock weather in November

In November, Little Rock averages a high of 63°F and a low of 42°F. It gets 4.7 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The November record high is 85°F (2017) and the record low is 17°F (2019). November is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Little Rock weather in December

In December, Little Rock averages a high of 54°F and a low of 35°F. It gets 5.1 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 47% of daylight hours. The December record high is 81°F (2015) and the record low is -1°F (1989).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Little Rock

October is the sunniest month in Little Rock, with sunshine about 65% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest, at 41%. Over the year the sun shines about 52% of daylight hours. Little Rock is sunnier than 67% of the US.

Humidity peaks in January at 70% and is lowest in October at 61%.

Wind averages 7 mph over the year, and March is the windiest month at 9 mph.

Little Rock has about 76 days a year above 90°F. Little Rock is hotter than 83% of the US.

Thunderstorms occur on about 57 days a year.

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First and last freeze in Little Rock

The first fall freeze in Little Rock typically comes around November 12, and the last spring freeze around March 17. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 240 days.

Little Rock weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Little Rock station is 114°F, on August 3, 2011. The coldest is -2°F, on January 20, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 8.1 in of rain, on September 13, 1978.

47 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°F per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Little Rock

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 68°F.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 54°F and lows near 34°F. Snow is possible.

Spring (March–May) is warm, with average highs around 73°F and lows near 52°F.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 91°F and lows near 71°F. It can feel humid.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 75°F and lows near 53°F.

Monthly climate

MonthPrecipRain daysWindHumiditySunshineRecord highRecord low
January3.5 in98 mph70%48%80°-2°
February4.0 in98 mph68%42%85°-1°
March5.0 in119 mph65%41%91°15°
April5.6 in98 mph63%46%95°28°
May5.1 in117 mph70%42%98°38°
June3.5 in86 mph69%54%107°49°
July3.3 in96 mph70%53%112°54°
August3.2 in76 mph69%60%114°52°
September3.0 in76 mph65%62%104°42°
October4.5 in86 mph61%65%98°28°
November4.7 in97 mph67%60%85°17°
December5.1 in107 mph69%47%81°-1°

From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.

Little Rock climate questions

How much rain does Little Rock get?

Little Rock gets 50.4 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 106 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Little Rock?

April is the wettest month in Little Rock, with 5.6 in. September is the driest, with 3.0 in.

How many rainy days does Little Rock have a year?

Little Rock has about 106 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 11.

Does it snow in Little Rock?

Yes. Little Rock gets about 3.8 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 2020–21, with 20.4 in.

What is the hottest month in Little Rock?

July is the warmest month in Little Rock, with an average high of 93°F.

What is the coldest month in Little Rock?

January is the coldest month in Little Rock, with an average low of 33°F.

What is the record high temperature in Little Rock?

The record high at the Little Rock station is 114°F, set on August 3, 2011. The record low is -2°F, on January 20, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Little Rock?

October is the sunniest month in Little Rock, with sunshine about 65% of daylight hours. March is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Little Rock?

The first fall freeze in Little Rock typically comes around November 12. The last spring freeze is around March 17.

What is the best time to visit Little Rock?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically March and October to November, when daytime highs sit near 68°F.

Source: NOAA GHCN-Daily station LITTLE ROCK AP ADAMS FLD (5 km away).

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Normals from NOAA GHCN-Daily station LITTLE ROCK AP ADAMS FLD.