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Alabama Weather: Huntsville Faces Chilly Nights, Warm Afternoons by Oct 21
Huntsville, AL – North Alabama residents are waking up to chilly fall temperatures before a significant daytime warmup takes hold this week. Huntsville recorded 40 degrees early Monday morning, but af
By Nora Whitfield · 2026-10-19T10:07:10.041Z
Huntsville, AL – North Alabama residents are waking up to chilly fall temperatures before a significant daytime warmup takes hold this week. Huntsville recorded 40 degrees early Monday morning, but afternoon highs are forecast to climb into the upper 70s by Wednesday, creating a sharp contrast between cool mornings and warmer afternoons.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, the forecast for an area approximately three miles east northeast of the city shows sunshine dominating the next seven days, with daytime highs ranging from 73 to 78 degrees and overnight lows generally remaining in the 40s and lower 50s.
Huntsville temperatures climb toward 78 degrees Monday brings sunny skies and a high near 73 degrees, following an early morning temperature reading of 40 degrees at Madison County Executive Airport.
Monday night remains clear, with temperatures falling to approximately 46 degrees.
Tuesday brings mostly sunny skies and a high near 75 degrees, followed by a chilly overnight low near 45.
Wednesday is expected to be the warmest day of the week, with sunshine and a high near 78 degrees.
That represents a 38 degree difference between Monday morning's observed temperature and Wednesday's forecast afternoon high.
Thursday and Friday remain warm and dry, with sunshine and highs near 77 degrees.
Dry weather continues through the weekend Saturday brings another sunny afternoon, with temperatures reaching approximately 76 degrees.
Sunday remains sunny, with a high near 77 degrees.
Overnight temperatures should stay relatively cool, including lows near 48 degrees Wednesday and Thursday nights and around 51 degrees Friday night.
For residents across Huntsville, Madison County and the greater North Alabama region, the extended stretch of dry weather could provide favorable conditions for outdoor activities and weekend events.
The supplied forecast does not indicate rain, thunderstorms or severe weather threats through Sunday.
Residents should monitor updated National Weather Service forecasts as the final week of October approaches.