Birmingham, AL – Residents across north Alabama woke up to a light surprise Friday morning as snow flurries drifted across the region, according to the National Weather Service in Birmingham.
In a 10:30 a.m. update, forecasters said reports of snow were coming in from areas including Fayette, Cullman, and Gadsden as a weak band of moisture moved southeastward. The NWS emphasized that the flakes are purely visual, describing the event as more of an “ooh and ahh” moment than anything that would affect travel or daily plans.
According to meteorologists, surface temperatures remain above freezing, meaning no accumulation or icy conditions are expected. The light flurries are tied to a passing upper-level disturbance bringing colder air aloft, creating just enough lift for snowflakes to briefly form and fall before melting.
The system is expected to clear by midday, leaving behind chilly but dry conditions through the weekend. Residents across central and northern Alabama may still see a few flakes through late morning before skies gradually clear.
No road impacts or school disruptions have been reported as of Friday morning.
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