HUNTSVILLE, Ala. – A thick, milky fog clings to the Tennessee Valley this morning, turning streetlights into halos and dampening fields from Decatur to Scottsboro. Drivers across I-565 and U.S. 72 are moving cautiously as visibility dips below a half-mile in spots — the calm before a dramatic November cold snap set to sweep across North Alabama.
According to the National Weather Service in Huntsville, a Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 9 a.m., followed by a Freeze Watch Sunday evening through Monday morning. Temperatures are expected to plunge into the mid-20s in some rural valleys, marking the first widespread hard freeze of the season. Forecasters warn that the sharp drop could damage outdoor plumbing, sensitive crops, and garden plants if not protected.
Residents should cover exposed faucets, bring in potted plants, and check that outdoor pets have warm shelter. Travel will be safe later today as sunshine returns, but the chill will build quickly once north winds pick up Sunday night. By Monday morning, much of North Alabama will wake to its coldest air since early spring, with “feels-like” temperatures near 20°.
Veterans Day looks crisp but clear — perfect for parades or ceremonies — with light winds and afternoon highs near 50°. To be fair, this isn’t winter’s arrival just yet, but it’s a clear early sign of what’s ahead. Models suggest another colder surge could sweep through the Deep South before Thanksgiving, hinting at a winter tease for Alabama before the holiday season begins.
Five-Day Forecast for Huntsville, AL:
Sat: 74/49 – Fog early; mostly sunny and mild.
Sun: 56/28 – Breezy and cooler; partly cloudy.
Mon: 41/24 – Hard freeze early; sunny and crisp.
Tue: 51/39 – Bright and cool for Veterans Day.
Wed: 65/43 – Sunny; milder midweek.
