Huntsville, Alabama – North Alabama residents should keep umbrellas close Thursday night as scattered showers make a return to the region ahead of Labor Day weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, rain chances rise to 30% after sunset Thursday, mainly before midnight. Showers may dampen outdoor plans, particularly along U.S. Highway 72 and secondary roads in Madison County. Rain amounts are expected to be light, but patchy wet roads could still affect evening traffic and overnight travel.
Skies remain mostly sunny and dry through the day Thursday, with a high near 82°F. Winds will be calm and from the north around 5 mph, keeping conditions pleasant until clouds build in late. A slight chance of rain lingers into Friday morning with a 20% chance of showers and highs nearing 85°F.
Saturday looks dry and mostly sunny with highs reaching the upper 80s, giving North Alabama a brief break. But on Sunday—just before Labor Day—another round of scattered afternoon thunderstorms could roll through the area after 1 p.m. Outdoor celebrations, lake outings, and barbecues could be briefly interrupted by quick-moving storms. Residents should stay weather-aware and have indoor backup plans ready.
Conditions stabilize again on Labor Day itself, with sunny skies and highs around 84°F. No severe weather is expected, but brief downpours can’t be ruled out Sunday.
Five-Day Forecast for Huntsville, Alabama:
- Thursday: Increasing clouds, high of 82°F.
- Thursday Night: 30% chance of showers, low of 59°F.
- Friday: Slight chance of showers, high near 85°F.
- Saturday: Mostly sunny, high of 86°F.
- Sunday: 20% chance of afternoon storms, high of 85°F.
- Labor Day Monday: Mostly sunny, high near 84°F.
