Birmingham, AL – Rain and storms are expected to move through central Alabama tonight, creating potentially hazardous driving conditions on I-65 and surrounding roads. Cooler temperatures and patchy fog will follow as the region prepares for a dramatic weather shift Tuesday.
According to the National Weather Service, scattered showers will increase overnight, with thunderstorms likely between 3 a.m. and mid-morning Tuesday. Rainfall totals could exceed one inch, particularly in areas south of Birmingham. Drivers should exercise caution during their morning commute, as reduced visibility from fog and slick roads may slow travel.
Tuesday will bring a noticeable drop in temperatures, with highs reaching just 69 degrees in Birmingham. Storms are expected to clear by the afternoon, giving way to partly cloudy skies by evening. Lows Tuesday night will dip to 56 degrees, setting the stage for a cooler midweek forecast.
Looking ahead, Wednesday will be sunny and breezy, with a high of 64 degrees. Temperatures will drop further Wednesday night, with frost possible in rural areas as lows plunge to 39 degrees. The region will remain dry through Friday, but daytime highs will struggle to exceed the mid-50s.
