Huntsville, AL – The air feels sharp and still across North Alabama this morning, but changes are brewing fast. Rain returns to the Huntsville area by Thursday night, marking the start of a wet, early December pattern that could dampen travel through the first half of the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, a light chance of showers begins Thursday afternoon, ramping up to a 70% chance by Thursday night as a cold front drifts south. Temperatures will dip toward the upper 30s, bringing a chilly edge to the air — though current models suggest only rain, not ice, for most of Madison County. Still, drivers should expect slick roads and reduced visibility into Friday morning, especially on rural routes and bridges.
Friday stays damp, with showers likely before noon and a high near 47°F. By Saturday, drier air builds in, bringing a calm weekend stretch with highs in the upper 40s to low 50s and plenty of sun.
After a cold start to the week, this system serves as a reminder that early winter patterns are setting in — and models hint at another cold shot early next week.
Five-Day Outlook for Huntsville, AL:
- Thursday: Mostly cloudy, 20% chance of rain, high 48°F.
- Thursday Night: Rain likely, low 37°F.
- Friday: Showers early, high 47°F.
- Saturday: Partly sunny, high 51°F.
- Sunday: Mostly sunny, high 53°F.
