Alabama – Bright sunshine and near-90-degree warmth are fueling a quick turnaround, with clouds thickening Saturday afternoon and rain arriving just as evening plans ramp up.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, a 40% chance of showers develops between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. Saturday, with thunderstorms becoming more widespread into the evening. Rain chances surge to 90% Saturday night, with wind gusts up to 25 mph and steady rainfall expected .
Huntsville, Madison, and Decatur will see dry conditions early, but roads along I-565 and Highway 72 could turn slick by late afternoon. Expect reduced visibility during heavier rain. Plan ahead, keep devices charged, and move indoors when thunder begins.
Rain tapers off by early Sunday, followed by a noticeable drop in temperatures. Highs fall from the upper 80s today to the upper 60s Sunday, with a crisp north breeze making it feel even cooler. Morning lows dip into the mid-40s, a sharp contrast to the recent warmth.
Sunshine returns Sunday afternoon and holds through Monday, bringing calmer weather and highs in the mid-70s. A steady warmup follows into Tuesday, with temperatures nearing 80 degrees and dry skies continuing.
More updates may follow as storm timing becomes clearer. Heading out Saturday evening? Expect changing conditions and slower travel.
Five Day Forecast for Huntsville, Alabama
Saturday: Chance of storms, then showers likely, high 86°F
Sunday: Slight chance of showers early, then mostly sunny, high 67°F
Monday: Sunny, high 75°F
Tuesday: Mostly sunny, high 79°F
Wednesday: Mostly sunny, high 81°F
