Huntsville, AL – Storms will likely roll into northern Alabama Friday afternoon, bringing rain, lightning, and a few travel headaches just in time for the weekend.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop after 1 p.m. Friday, with the chance for heavier storms and rainfall after 4 p.m. Showers and thunder could continue through Friday night into Saturday. Winds may gust up to 10 mph, and drivers along I-565 and surrounding routes should watch for slick roads during evening travel.
Temperatures will remain summer-like, with Friday reaching near 89°F before the storms. Saturday could bring more scattered thunderstorms after 1 p.m., with a high near 86°F. Showers continue into Saturday night. Sunday stays unsettled — storms are possible again after 1 p.m. as highs return to the mid-80s.
Residents should delay yard work, check storm drains, and keep devices charged in case of power outages. No widespread severe threat is expected, but isolated downpours or lightning could interrupt outdoor plans.
Conditions may finally calm by Tuesday night, with sunnier skies returning midweek.
⚠️ Warnings remain in place for potential lightning and localized flooding through Sunday. Stay weather-aware and monitor updates from the NWS.
🌤 Five-Day Forecast for Huntsville, AL (June 5–10):
- Thursday: Mostly sunny, high 87°F
- Friday: Thunderstorms likely after 1 p.m., high 89°F
- Saturday: Chance of storms, high 86°F
- Sunday: Showers/storms after 1 p.m., high 84°F
- Monday: More showers and thunderstorms likely, high 86°F
