Huntsville, AL – Heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms are set to impact northwestern Alabama today, bringing gusty winds and possible stronger storms through the afternoon. Residents in Huntsville and surrounding areas should expect periods of heavy rain, strong southwest winds, and potential lightning as the system moves east across the state.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, showers will continue through 3 p.m., followed by lingering light rain and clearing skies by the evening. Winds may gust up to 30 mph as the storm system progresses, which could lead to slick road conditions during peak travel hours. Motorists are urged to exercise caution, particularly on heavily traveled routes like Interstate 565 and U.S. Highway 72, where reduced visibility and ponding are possible.
For those planning ahead, conditions will improve on Thursday, with mostly sunny skies and calmer winds, offering a welcome break from today’s storms. Highs on Thursday will reach near 53 degrees with lows dipping to the mid-30s overnight.
Looking toward the weekend, Huntsville residents can expect a stretch of clear, dry weather. Friday will bring cooler temperatures with highs in the upper 40s, followed by sunny skies on Saturday and Sunday. Saturday’s highs are forecast near 44 degrees, with overnight lows dropping to 27. Sunday will be slightly warmer, reaching a high near 47.
As the stormy weather clears, the extended forecast brings a mix of calm and sunny conditions—perfect for any weekend plans. Stay weather-aware throughout today, and follow updates from the National Weather Service for the latest alerts.
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