Huntsville, Alabama – A marginal winter weather pattern may develop across the Tennessee Valley late next week, with limited rain and snow chances increasing to around 50 percent between Jan 20 and Jan 26. While precipitation signals are present, the overall setup suggests impacts will remain limited for most communities.
According to the National Weather Service and the Climate Prediction Center, the Tennessee Valley is included in a broader region showing a 50 percent chance of above-normal precipitation during the 8–14 day period. Temperature trends, however, favor milder conditions overall, reducing the likelihood of widespread snow and keeping most precipitation in the form of rain.
Across northern Alabama and southern Tennessee, including Huntsville, Decatur, Florence, and the Chattanooga area, rain appears more likely during daytime hours. Colder air may briefly filter in behind passing systems, allowing for isolated rain-snow mixes overnight or during early morning hours, especially in sheltered valleys and higher elevations.
Farther north toward the Cumberland Plateau and southern Middle Tennessee, brief snowflakes cannot be ruled out if precipitation coincides with colder temperatures. However, confidence in accumulation remains low, and most locations should see little to no winter impact.
Because precipitation chances are spread over several days, periods of light rain could still create slick roads during early morning commutes, particularly on bridges and elevated surfaces. Widespread travel disruptions are not expected at this time.
Residents are encouraged to monitor updated outlooks but should be reassured that winter weather impacts currently appear limited. Confidence in timing and precipitation type will improve as the period approaches, and any necessary advisories would be issued if colder trends strengthen closer to late January.
