Huntsville, Ala. – Thunderstorms and muggy air will interrupt a stretch of sunny spring weather in north Alabama starting Monday night, with storms likely along key roadways including I-565 and U.S. 72. Drivers in Madison County should prepare for possible delays, reduced visibility, and ponding on roads late Monday through early Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, a 70% chance of showers and thunderstorms begins Monday evening, with moisture building through the afternoon. Gusty winds and locally heavy rain may accompany the strongest cells, though widespread severe weather is not expected. Commuters should monitor conditions closely and consider delaying non-essential travel during the evening hours.
Before the storm system arrives, Huntsville will see unseasonably warm and mostly dry conditions. Saturday and Sunday will be partly sunny with highs around 86°F—nearly 10 degrees above average for April. Winds will stay light but could gust up to 20 mph Saturday afternoon.
Storms move in Monday, followed by lingering showers Tuesday (30% chance) and into Wednesday and Thursday. Temperatures will dip slightly but stay springlike, with highs in the low 80s.
5-Day Huntsville Spring Outlook:
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high 86°F
- Sunday: Partly sunny, high 86°F
- Monday: Chance of thunderstorms, high 81°F, rain likely by night
- Tuesday: 30% chance of showers, high 80°F
- Wednesday: Scattered showers and storms, high 83°F
