Huntsville, Alabama – Rain chances climb to near 100% Saturday night, potentially impacting travel across North Alabama.
According to the US National Weather Service in Huntsville, a gradual warming trend will continue through the end of the week, with highs returning to the 60s by Friday and Saturday. Dry conditions are expected Thursday and most of Friday before rain chances increase late Friday into the weekend.
Forecasters say medium rain chances of 30% to 50% will develop Saturday, with a few thunderstorms possible during the day. By Saturday night, rain probabilities increase significantly to between 80% and 100% as a low-pressure system moves through the region.
High temperatures are expected to reach 56 to 60 degrees Thursday, 60 to 64 degrees Friday, and 61 to 65 degrees Saturday. Overnight lows will range from the upper 30s Thursday night to the low 50s by Saturday night.
Roadways along Interstate 565 in Huntsville, Interstate 65 near Decatur, and U.S. Highway 72 toward Scottsboro and Florence could see wet pavement and reduced visibility Saturday evening into early Sunday.
While severe weather is not explicitly forecast in this update, residents are encouraged to monitor for additional information as thunderstorms may develop.
Commuters and students with weekend travel plans should prepare for periods of steady rain Saturday night.
