BATESVILLE, Ark. – Expect a brief warmup on Monday before a cold front sweeps through Tuesday, bringing scattered showers, thunderstorms and gusty winds to Independence County.
Monday, Oct. 27, will feature mostly cloudy skies with highs reaching the upper 50s, around 59 degrees, a touch above recent chilly mornings. Lows will settle in the low 50s overnight, with light winds from the east at 5 to 10 mph. No precipitation is anticipated, making it a dry day for outdoor plans.
The front arrives Tuesday, Oct. 28, boosting rain chances to 70% throughout the day, particularly in the afternoon and evening. Expect showers and possible isolated thunderstorms, with rainfall totals up to 0.4 inches possible. Highs will hold steady near 59 degrees, but gusty southwest winds of 15 to 25 mph could whip up, especially near thunderstorms. Overnight lows drop to the mid-40s as cooler air filters in.
The National Weather Service advises securing loose outdoor items ahead of the winds and watching for slick roads if rain intensifies. The system should clear by midweek, with drier conditions returning Wednesday.
