Huntsville, AL – Mild, hazy air blankets the Tennessee Valley this Saturday morning as a muted sky reflects off wet pavement and scattered headlights glide through early traffic. A soft breeze carries the scent of damp leaves while Thanksgiving travel gently builds across north Alabama.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, today starts mostly cloudy with scattered showers lingering near the metro. A few pockets of steadier rain could still affect travel along I-565 and U.S. 72, especially where earlier moisture has slickened bridges and ramps. Residents heading out for weekend errands should keep speeds down and leave extra space for sudden stops.
According to forecasters, Thursday brings a warmer, more unstable setup as south winds increase and dew points rise. Models hint at late-day thunderstorms, with some producing brief downpours or strong bursts of wind. Thunder chances continue Thursday night into Friday as a deepening trough approaches from the west. Rainfall amounts remain modest, but quick pulses could slow traffic near Research Park Boulevard and other busy corridors.
To be fair, this pattern is classic for mid-November in Alabama, but after all, holiday travel often amplifies every small delay. While no winter mix is expected yet, a subtle “winter tease” could arrive early next week if cooler air slips southeast behind the departing system. For now, temperatures stay springlike, with highs near the mid-70s through Friday.
The weekend improves gradually. Saturday trends partly sunny, inviting outdoor chores or early holiday prep. Sunday turns mild and breezy with only a slight shower chance. Monday and Tuesday keep scattered showers in play as the broader pattern remains unsettled across the Deep South.
Five-Day Forecast for Huntsville, AL:
Sat: 77/63 – Mostly cloudy; 20% showers.
Sun: 70/52 – Mostly sunny; warm breeze.
Mon: 68/51 – Showers likely; thunder possible.
Tue: 67/49 – 50% showers; cooler trend.
Wed: 63/47 – Cloudy; slight rain chance.
