I-40 Interstate Road Conditions

I-40

I-40 Road Conditions & Weather

Updated Aug 23, 2026 11:42 PM UTC · 8 states · Mostly dry, wet in places

Lowest 65°F near Flagstaff, Arizona · Highest wind 25 mph near Barstow, California

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Interstate 40 (I‑40) runs more than 2,550 miles from Barstow, California, to Wilmington, North Carolina, serving as a major east–west route across the southern United States. It passes through key cities such as Albuquerque, Oklahoma City, Little Rock, Memphis, and Raleigh.

  • Road system: Interstate Highway System
  • Year of construction: 1957
  • Length: 2,555 miles

Temperature

Wind Speed

Rain Precip.

Coverage

Weather data from Aug 23, 2026 11:42 PM UTC

Up to 144 hours

Lowest temp.

65°F

Highest temp.

116°F

Highest wind

25 mph

Pressure

1001-1018 hPa

Current I-40 Conditions by State

North Carolina I-40 road conditions

Dry

  • Raleigh 86°F · 7 mph wind · Dry
  • Greensboro 82°F · 8 mph wind · Dry
  • Asheville 78°F · 11 mph wind · Dry

Official North Carolina road conditions (drivenc.gov) ↗

Tennessee I-40 road conditions

Dry

  • Memphis 88°F · 7 mph wind · Dry
  • Nashville 87°F · 8 mph wind · Dry
  • Knoxville 84°F · 3 mph wind · Dry

Official Tennessee road conditions (smartway.tn.gov) ↗

Arkansas I-40 road conditions

Dry

  • Little Rock 92°F · 5 mph wind · Dry
  • Fort Smith 95°F · 3 mph wind · Dry

Official Arkansas road conditions (idrivearkansas.com) ↗

Arizona I-40 road conditions

Wet

  • Flagstaff 65°F · 10 mph wind · gusting 22 mph · Wet

Official Arizona road conditions (az511.gov) ↗

Description

See live weather forecast for I‑40. Get real‑time I‑40 road weather conditions displayed directly on the interactive map for your route from California to North Carolina. The map shows live weather conditions along Interstate 40, updated frequently to help drivers plan safer cross‑country trips. Forecasts are generated for the next 6 hours at key highway points and include temperature and conditions such as clear skies, rain, storms, snow, high wind, hail, and more.

I-40 Closures & Road Blocks Today

11 current reports along the route. The 8 most serious are listed below. Always check with the responsible state DOT before setting off.

  • Lanes blocked

    The right lane is closed on I-40 Westbound past Exit 73 in Mcdowell County, due to road work until Friday, August 21 at…

    The right lane is closed on I-40 Westbound past Exit 73 in Mcdowell County, due to road work until Friday, August 21 at 5:00 pm. Updated 5:54 am. ID -26081800002.

    I-40 Westbound • unknown • NC • Until Aug 24, 9:00 PM

  • Lanes blocked

    Construction work on I-40 Eastbound from MP 46 to MP 58 . 1 Right lane closed. Width Restriction: 14ft 3/23/2026 7:00…

    Construction work on I-40 Eastbound from MP 46 to MP 58 . 1 Right lane closed. Width Restriction: 14ft 3/23/2026 7:00 PM to 8/31/2026 7:27 AM

    I-40 • eastbound • AZ • Until Aug 31, 2:27 PM

  • Lanes blocked

    Construction on I-40 Westbound in Buncombe County from mile marker 45.5 to US-19. 1 Right lane closed.

    I-40 • westbound • NC • Ongoing

  • Lanes blocked

    Paving operations on I-40 Eastbound from Two Guns (MP 229) to Meteor City Rd (MP 240) . 1 Right lane closed. Width…

    Paving operations on I-40 Eastbound from Two Guns (MP 229) to Meteor City Rd (MP 240) . 1 Right lane closed. Width Restriction: 14ft Speed Restriction: 45mph 4/20/2026 5:00 AM to 10/30/2026 6:00 PM

    I-40 • eastbound • AZ • Until Oct 31, 1:00 AM

  • Lanes blocked

    Maintenance on ramp in Haywood County from I-40 Eastbound to Forest Service Rd 288. All lanes closed. Id: 1132

    I-40 Eastbound • eastbound • NC • Ongoing

  • Lanes blocked

    Paving operations on I-40 Westbound from Meteor City Rd (MP 240) to Two Guns (MP 229) . 1 Left lane closed. Width…

    Paving operations on I-40 Westbound from Meteor City Rd (MP 240) to Two Guns (MP 229) . 1 Left lane closed. Width Restriction: 14ft Speed Restriction: 45mph 4/15/2026 5:00 AM to 10/30/2026 6:00 PM

    I-40 • westbound • AZ • Until Oct 31, 1:00 AM

  • Lanes blocked

    I-40 Westbound: The right shoulder is closed on I-40 in both directions near Exit 31 in Haywood County, due to road work until Friday…

    The right shoulder is closed on I-40 in both directions near Exit 31 in Haywood County, due to road work until Friday, November 5 at 4:00 pm. Updated 3:55 pm. ID -26070900181.

    I-40 Westbound • unknown • NC • Ongoing

  • Lanes blocked

    Construction work on I-40 Eastbound from US-93 Southbound (MP 71) to Blake Ranch Rd (MP 73) . 1 Right lane closed…

    Construction work on I-40 Eastbound from US-93 Southbound (MP 71) to Blake Ranch Rd (MP 73) . 1 Right lane closed. Width Restriction: 14ft Speed Restriction: 55mph 4/28/2026 9:00 PM to 12/22/2026 6:00 PM

    I-40 • eastbound • AZ • Ongoing

Weather conditions overview along the road I-40

Arkansas I-40 weather conditions

Little Rock, AR weather

  • Current weather conditions in Little Rock, AR indicate a mostly sunny day with a temperature of 21.9°C (71°F)
  • The humidity is high at 97%, which may lead to discomfort for outdoor activities
  • In about 5 to 6 hours, the maximum feels-like temperature is expected to rise to 36.9°C (98°F), presenting a low temperature risk
  • Winds are light, coming from the east at 4.5 kph (2.8 mph)
  • The atmospheric pressure is measured at 1017 mb (30.06 inHg)
  • Visibility is good at 16.6 km (10.3 miles)
  • There are currently no active weather alerts for the area.

Arizona I-40 weather conditions

Flagstaff, AZ weather

  • Current weather conditions in Flagstaff, AZ indicate a clear sky with a temperature of 20.6°C (69°F) and a humidity level of 41%
  • The wind is blowing from the northwest at 6 km/h (4 mph) and the atmospheric pressure is measured at 1010 mb (29.83 inHg)
  • Visibility is good at 16 km (9.9 miles)
  • There are no active weather alerts at this time.

California I-40 weather conditions

Los Angeles, CA weather

  • In Los Angeles, CA, the current weather is clear with a temperature of 19.9°C (67.8°F) and a humidity level of 82%
  • The wind is blowing from the south at 1.8 kph (1 mph), and the atmospheric pressure is 1012 mb (29.9 inHg)
  • There is a heat advisory in effect from 10:00 AM on August 23, 2026, until 10:00 AM on August 25, 2026, indicating that high temperatures may pose health risks, particularly for vulnerable populations
  • Following this, an extreme heat watch will take effect on August 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM and will last until August 28, 2026, at 8:00 PM, suggesting that conditions could become even more severe
  • Currently, there are no significant weather impacts affecting outdoor activities.

North Carolina I-40 weather conditions

Raleigh, NC weather

  • Current weather conditions in Raleigh, NC indicate a temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F) with a relative humidity of 87%
  • The dewpoint is at 21.4°C (70.5°F), reflecting a humid atmosphere
  • The wind is blowing from the west at a speed of 3.2 kph (2 mph)
  • The pressure is at 1014 mb (29.9 inHg), suggesting stable weather conditions
  • Visibility is good at 14.5 km (9.0 miles), and the weather is mostly sunny
  • There are no active weather alerts at this time.

Asheville, NC weather

  • In Asheville, NC, as of 8:04 AM on August 23, 2026, the current temperature is 17.9°C (64°F) with a high humidity level of 91%
  • The weather is characterized by mist and fog, which may reduce visibility to approximately 0.9 km (0.6 miles)
  • Winds are coming from the north-northwest at 6.5 kph (4 mph)
  • The atmospheric pressure is measured at 1013 mb (29.91 inHg)
  • Overall, conditions are quite humid and foggy, which could impact travel and outdoor activities.

New Mexico I-40 weather conditions

Albuquerque, NM weather

  • Current weather conditions in Albuquerque, NM indicate a temperature of 19.6°C (67°F) with a dew point of 13.2°C (55.8°F), resulting in a humidity level of 66%
  • The wind is blowing from 113° at a speed of 0.3 kph (0.2 mph), contributing to a visibility of 16 km (9.9 miles)
  • The atmospheric pressure is measured at 1015 mb (29.97 inHg)
  • Overall, the weather is mostly clear, and there are no active weather alerts at this time.

Oklahoma I-40 weather conditions

Oklahoma City, OK weather

  • In Oklahoma City, OK, a heat advisory is currently in effect from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM today
  • The weather is sunny with a temperature of 23.6°C (74.5°F) and a relative humidity of 76%
  • Winds are coming from the southeast at 5 to 10 km/h (3 to 6 mph)
  • As the day progresses, the maximum feels-like temperature is expected to reach 37.4°C (99.3°F) in about 5 to 6 hours, posing a temperature risk for outdoor activities.

Tennessee I-40 weather conditions

Memphis, TN weather

  • In Memphis, TN, the current weather is characterized by sunny conditions with a temperature of 22.1°C (72°F) and a humidity level of 95%
  • The wind is gentle, blowing from the southeast at 4 km/h (2 mph)
  • Visibility is good, reaching 16.5 km (10.3 miles)
  • The atmospheric pressure is stable at 1016 mb (30.06 inHg)
  • There are no precipitation events expected at this time, and the probability of precipitation is 0%
  • Overall, it is a pleasant morning in Memphis.

Nashville, TN weather

  • The current weather in Nashville, TN, shows a temperature of 21.0°C (69.8°F) with a humidity level of 84%
  • The wind is blowing from the northwest at 1 to 2 mph (1 to 3 km/h)
  • Visibility is good at 16.0 km (9.9 miles)
  • The atmospheric pressure is measured at 1014 mb (29.9 inHg)
  • Conditions are sunny, and there are no alerts or precipitation expected at this time.

Knoxville, TN weather

  • Current weather conditions in Knoxville, TN indicate a temperature of 18.4°C (65°F) with a dew point of 17.9°C (64°F)
  • The humidity is quite high at 97%, contributing to a mist and fog situation in the area
  • The wind is calm, blowing from the west at approximately 0.3 kph (0.2 mph)
  • Visibility is reduced to 16 km (9.9 miles)
  • The atmospheric pressure is measured at 1017 mb (30.06 inHg)
  • As of now, there are no active weather alerts in effect.

Texas I-40 weather conditions

Dallas, TX weather

  • In Dallas, TX, an extreme heat warning is currently in effect from 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM today, indicating significant risks associated with high temperatures
  • The maximum feels-like temperature is forecasted to reach approximately 39.2 °C (102 °F) later today
  • Additionally, an air quality alert is active until 5:15 PM, suggesting that outdoor activities may be impacted due to moderate air quality risks
  • The temperature is currently 29.9 °C (85.8 °F) with a dew point of 20.4 °C (68.7 °F), leading to a humidity level of 57%
  • Winds are coming from the southeast at about 4 km/h (2 mph)
  • Visibility is good at 16 km (9.9 miles)
  • The atmospheric pressure is measured at 1016 mb (30.06 inHg)
  • As the day progresses, it is advisable to stay hydrated and limit outdoor exposure, especially during the peak heat hours.

I-40 Road Weather FAQ

Is I-40 closed right now?
No full closures are reported on I-40 as of Aug 23, 2026 11:47 PM UTC. 11 lane closures, roadworks or restrictions are in force. They are listed under closures and road blocks on this page.
What are I-40 road conditions today?
The map on this page colours the route along I-40 by what is on the carriageway right now — dry, wet, slush, snow or ice — from radar and surface data, last updated Aug 23, 2026 11:42 PM UTC. Right now temperatures run from 65°F to 116°F and the strongest wind is 25 mph.
How often are I-40 road conditions updated?
The road surface and weather layers are rebuilt whenever this page is opened with data more than ten minutes old, and refreshed on a schedule in between, so nothing here is more than about two hours old even on a road nobody has looked at. Closures and road blocks are re-imported from the state 511 feeds every fifteen minutes, and the written state-by-state summaries are refreshed daily. Every section on this page carries the time its data was fetched.

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