Alabama – Headlights dissolve into a gray blur across north Alabama this morning as dense fog settles over valleys, neighborhoods, and major roadways. Visibility drops to a quarter mile or less in spots, turning early travel into a slow, cautious crawl as winter moisture clings to the ground.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect through mid-morning for much of north and northeast Alabama, including Madison County. Drivers along I-565, Memorial Parkway, U.S. 231, and secondary roads should expect sudden visibility drops, especially near low-lying areas and open fields. Officials urge motorists to slow down, use low-beam headlights, and leave extra following distance.
Fog gradually thins later this morning, but the Weather pattern stays active. Clouds linger, and unseasonably mild air pushes highs near 70, continuing January 2026’s unusual warmth. That warmth sets the stage for a wetter stretch heading into Friday.
Showers increase later today and become more widespread Friday. Periods of heavy rain are possible, raising concerns for ponding on roads and minor flooding in poor drainage areas. Gusty winds may accompany stronger showers, further complicating travel during peak hours. Plan extra time if commuting and avoid driving through water-covered roads.
By Saturday, cooler air filters in behind the rain. Conditions trend drier, but temperatures fall steadily. Sunday brings a clearer winter feel, with highs dropping into the low 40s and overnight lows near freezing. Any leftover moisture from recent rain could refreeze after sunset, creating patchy black ice on bridges and shaded roads.
More advisories may be issued as conditions evolve. Keep Weather alerts enabled and remain cautious through changing conditions.
Five-Day Weather Outlook for Huntsville, Alabama
- Today: Dense fog early, mostly cloudy; high near 70
- Friday: Showers, locally heavy rain; high near 67
- Saturday: Showers early, then clearing; high near 67
- Sunday: Sunny and colder; high near 43
- Monday: Sunny, cold morning; high near 46
