Huntsville, AL – Thunderstorms and sweltering heat will grip North Alabama by midday Tuesday, July 22, raising safety concerns and disrupting travel across the region.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, Tuesday will bring a 40% chance of storms after 10 a.m., paired with highs near 96°F and heat index values pushing 106°F. A calm wind early will shift south by afternoon, adding humidity that could spark spotty downpours across Madison County and beyond.
Drivers along I-565 and U.S. 72 should anticipate slick roads and sudden visibility drops during storms. Huntsville Utilities advises charging mobile devices and preparing for brief power flickers due to possible lightning. Outdoor work or recreation should be limited to early morning or evening hours. Stay hydrated and check on vulnerable neighbors.
By Tuesday night, skies will clear somewhat with patchy fog returning before dawn and a low near 75°F. The heat continues through Wednesday with a high of 95°F under mostly sunny skies and another slight chance of storms late in the day.
Looking Ahead (July 22–27):
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny, slight storm chance, high near 95°F.
- Thursday: Similar pattern, storms possible after 1 p.m., high 95°F.
- Friday: Slightly cooler, high 93°F with a 40% chance of afternoon storms.
- Saturday: Rain and thunderstorms likely (50%), high near 92°F.
- Sunday: Continued storm threat, 60% chance of rain, high 93°F.
