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Huntsville, AL Weather: 81° Friday Before Halloween Storms Oct 31
Huntsville, AL – Halloween weekend across northern Alabama could bring a dramatic change in weather, with temperatures approaching 81 degrees Friday before showers and thunderstorms threaten outdoor c
By Grant Holloway · 2026-10-28T10:28:00.323Z
Huntsville, AL – Halloween weekend across northern Alabama could bring a dramatic change in weather, with temperatures approaching 81 degrees Friday before showers and thunderstorms threaten outdoor celebrations Saturday, October 31.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, a warming trend will continue through Friday, October 30, before increasing rain and thunderstorm chances arrive during Halloween weekend.
Wednesday, October 28, will feature a cool start with some areas of light morning fog before temperatures climb into the 71 to 77 degree range.
Overnight lows will fall between 42 and 49 degrees.
Thursday, October 29, will bring partly sunny skies and warmer temperatures, with afternoon highs reaching 76 to 79 degrees.
By Friday, October 30, temperatures could climb even higher, reaching 78 to 81 degrees across portions of northern Alabama and southern Middle Tennessee.
Friday night temperatures are expected to remain relatively mild, with lows between 54 and 59 degrees.
Halloween on Saturday, October 31, will introduce a chance of showers and thunderstorms , potentially affecting trick or treating, outdoor festivals and other holiday activities.
The National Weather Service forecasts afternoon highs between 72 and 76 degrees Saturday, with daytime precipitation chances around 20% to 30%.
However, rain and thunderstorm chances are expected to increase Saturday night, reaching 40% to 80% across the forecast area.
That timing could be particularly important for families planning evening Halloween activities.
Sunday, November 1, will remain unsettled, with additional showers and thunderstorms possible and afternoon highs cooling into the 66 to 70 degree range.
Sunday's daytime precipitation chances are currently estimated at 20% to 30%.
Residents across Huntsville, Decatur, Athens, Florence and surrounding northern Alabama communities should monitor updated forecasts as the weekend approaches.
While thunderstorms are possible, the forecast does not indicate that severe weather is expected.
Families planning Halloween activities can review hourly precipitation and thunderstorm forecasts at weather.gov/hun.