Alabama starts the morning wrapped in low clouds and damp air, with fog clinging to side streets and valleys. The calm feels temporary, and the next weather shift is already lining up.
Across north Alabama, temperatures climb steadily through the day and into the weekend. Huntsville warms into the low to mid-70s, well above late-December norms. Roads along I-565, Memorial Parkway, and U.S. 72 remain dry and manageable, supporting smooth holiday and weekend travel for now.
Saturday stays mild and quiet, with filtered sunshine and comfortable afternoon air. By Sunday, clouds thicken again as moisture returns. Showers develop by afternoon and become more widespread Sunday night. Latest guidance shows rain chances near 80 percent, enough to create slick pavement during peak travel hours.
As rain exits late Sunday night, colder air pours in quickly. Temperatures fall into the mid-40s Sunday night, then drop further by early Monday. Wet roads may dry slowly, and some spots could refreeze before sunrise. Bridges and shaded roads remain most vulnerable to black ice, especially for early commuters.
Monday stays cooler, with highs in the upper 50s, followed by a sharper chill Monday night. Lows dip into the low 20s, bringing a hard freeze to the Tennessee Valley. Frost development becomes likely, affecting outdoor plumbing, pets, and sensitive plants.
Looking ahead to New Year’s Week 2026, the pattern turns quieter but remains seasonably cool. Dry days and cold mornings dominate, with winter firmly taking hold after the weekend warmth fades.
Enjoy the mild air while it lasts. Plan extra time for travel late Sunday and early Monday as conditions change quickly.
Traveling this weekend or noticing slick roads? Tell us what you’re seeing around Huntsville.
Five-Day Outlook for Huntsville, Alabama
- Today: Cloudy early, warmer later, high near 70
- Saturday: Partly sunny and mild, high near 75
- Sunday: Increasing clouds, showers late, high near 75
- Monday: Cooler with leftover showers early, high near 57
- Tuesday: Sunny and colder, high near 40
