Birmingham, Alabama — Severe storms could reach Central Alabama Sunday night into Monday, bringing hail, strong winds, and brief tornado risk.
According to the National Weather Service in Birmingham, a quick warming trend is expected across Alabama through Saturday before the next cold front approaches late Sunday night into early Monday.
Forecasters say Central Alabama is currently under a Level 2 (Slight Risk) for severe weather, meaning scattered severe storms may develop as the front moves into the region.
The primary threats include damaging wind gusts up to 60 mph, large hail up to quarter-size, and the possibility of isolated, brief tornadoes, according to the National Weather Service.
Storm timing is expected late Sunday night through Monday morning, when the front arrives and interacts with warmer, more unstable air across the region.
Before the system arrives, mild and sunny conditions are expected Friday, with afternoon highs reaching the upper 60s to lower 70s across cities including Birmingham, Tuscaloosa, Montgomery, and Gadsden. South winds are forecast to remain light, generally 5 to 10 mph.
Meteorologists say the warming trend through the weekend will help set the stage for stronger storms once the frontal boundary moves into Alabama.
The National Weather Service advises residents to have multiple ways to receive weather alerts and ensure access to a sturdy shelter if warnings are issued overnight.
The timing could be particularly important for students and early-morning commuters Monday, as storms may still be moving through parts of Central Alabama.
Additional forecast updates are expected as the system approaches and confidence in storm timing increases.
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