Heat — Poinsett, Arkansas

2025-08-15 · Poinsett, Arkansas

Event narrative

Maximum heat index of 105 degrees.

Wider weather episode

A deep, upper-level trough pushed multiple shortwaves towards the Mid-South during this time frame. Ahead of the main trough and embedded shortwaves, moisture surged into the region. High temperatures in the 90s combined with the increased moisture and limited convective coverage resulted in heat indices above 105 degrees during the afternoon hours each day.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1289250. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.