Huntsville, AL – Unseasonably warm weather is expected to peak across North Alabama today, with temperatures climbing into the low to mid-70s — levels that could challenge daily record highs for late December.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, high temperatures Saturday are forecast between 71 and 75 degrees, running well above normal for this time of year and close to record values at several reporting stations. Overnight lows will also stay mild, settling into the upper 50s to low 60s.
The warm pattern continues into Sunday, with highs again reaching the low to mid-70s before a strong cold front approaches the region. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to develop Sunday evening into early Monday, with 30–50% rain chances Sunday night increasing to 60–90% early Monday morning.
Forecasters say there is a low chance of strong to severe storms, primarily across northwest Alabama, with damaging wind gusts as the main concern. The Storm Prediction Center currently places northwest Alabama under a Marginal Risk (Level 1 of 5) for severe weather. A brief tornado cannot be ruled out but is considered unlikely at this time.
Behind the front, temperatures will drop sharply. Monday highs are expected to struggle into the mid-40s, with overnight lows falling into the upper teens to low 20s. By Tuesday, highs may remain in the mid to upper 30s, marking a dramatic shift from Saturday’s near-record warmth.
Residents are encouraged to stay weather-aware through the weekend and ensure they have multiple ways to receive overnight weather alerts.
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