Huntsville, Ala. – Alabama residents will wake up to intense summer sunshine Saturday as heat index values climb near 97° across Huntsville and surrounding areas.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, Saturday’s high will reach 94°F under mostly clear skies with calm winds shifting southeast at 5 mph. While no rain is expected today, the area remains in a warming trend, and thunderstorm chances will increase heading into next week.
Sunday will offer similar conditions, with highs pushing 95°F and mostly sunny skies continuing. Residents planning outdoor activities should stay hydrated and avoid peak afternoon sun. UV levels will be high, and surface heat could impact younger children and pets on paved surfaces.
By Monday, a slight chance of showers returns after 1 p.m., followed by a higher risk of thunderstorms Tuesday night into Wednesday. Rain chances jump to 60% Tuesday night and rise to 70% Wednesday, signaling potential travel slowdowns and localized flooding concerns—especially near low-lying roads like Memorial Parkway and I-565.
Looking ahead:
🔎 Five-Day Forecast: Huntsville, AL (July 5–10)
- Saturday: Sunny, high 94°F. Heat index near 97°.
- Sunday: Sunny, high 95°F.
- Monday: Slight chance of PM storms. High 95°F.
- Tuesday: 40% chance of afternoon storms. High 94°F.
- Wednesday: 70% chance of storms. High 93°F.
