Alabama – Cold air settles into the Tennessee Valley as rooftops sparkle with frost and breath turns visible before sunrise. The morning starts near 21 degrees, calm but biting, with winter firmly in control. While skies stay quiet, the cold pattern is locked in and will shape daily plans through the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, temperatures remain below seasonal averages through Saturday night. Highs today reach the lower 40s, offering brief afternoon relief. That warmth fades quickly after sunset as cold air drains back in, setting up another hard freeze by early Friday morning.
Friday stays mostly cloudy with highs near 42, but north winds increase during the afternoon. Gusts near 20 mph add bite and drive wind chills lower. By Friday night, temperatures fall into the mid-teens. Outdoor pipes, pets, and sensitive plants face increased risk, and drivers may notice slick patches where moisture refreezes on bridges and shaded roads.
Saturday delivers sunshine with little warmth. Highs struggle to reach the mid-20s, and the cold feels stubborn through the day. Sidewalks and parking lots remain icy where melting is limited. Plan extra layers if spending time outside and check vehicles before travel.
Saturday night marks the coldest stretch, with lows near 13 degrees under mostly clear skies. Conditions slowly improve Sunday as sunshine returns and highs climb into the low 30s. Roads improve during the afternoon, though early-morning slick spots remain possible.
By Monday, a noticeable warm-up begins, with highs pushing into the mid-40s. Looking ahead, early next week trends milder with increasing cloud cover and a slight rain chance by midweek as February approaches.
Bundle up, protect exposed plumbing, and allow extra time for morning travel. Feeling the cold where you are? Share how temperatures compare in your neighborhood.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Huntsville, AL
Today: Partly sunny, high near 43
Tonight: Partly cloudy, low near 27
Friday: Mostly cloudy, breezy late, high near 42
Saturday: Mostly sunny and cold, high near 25
Sunday: Mostly sunny, slow warm-up, high near 33
