Widespread Rain Sweeps Across North and East Alabama This Morning Before Cooler Nights and a Soaking Weekend Storm Bring 1–2 Inches Statewide

ALABAMA — Several large areas of light rain are moving across North and East Alabama early this morning, while the southwest part of the state remains mostly dry. Radar imagery shows steady precipitation covering cities from the Tennessee Valley through central and eastern counties, with the bulk of activity concentrated away from the southwestern corner of the state.

Forecasters expect most of today’s rain to taper off by afternoon, leaving only a few spotty showers lingering across southern counties. Afternoon temperatures are projected to reach the 60s statewide, providing a mild finish to an otherwise wet start.

Rain Gradually Ends This Afternoon

The radar snapshot indicates widespread light rain across northern cities including Birmingham, Huntsville, and areas stretching eastward. By contrast, southwestern Alabama shows significantly less activity.

By mid-to-late afternoon:

• Rain coverage decreases significantly
• Only isolated southern showers remain
• Skies trend drier heading into the evening

Temperatures today will climb into the low to mid-60s, helping offset the gray and damp conditions.

Colder Air Returns Tonight

Behind the departing rain, cooler air settles in tonight.

Forecast lows:

• 30s across northern Alabama
• 40s across southern Alabama

The drop marks a noticeable change from today’s milder afternoon readings. Despite the chill, dry weather is expected to return for Thursday and Friday, with highs again mostly in the 60s.

Weekend System Brings Soaking Rain to the Deep South

Attention then turns to a stronger weekend system.

An upper trough and surface low are forecast to move into the Deep South, bringing:

• Increasing rain chances Saturday
• The most widespread rainfall Saturday night into Sunday
• Expected totals of 1–2 inches statewide
• Potential for over 2 inches in parts of South Alabama

While a rumble of thunder is possible in the southern third of the state, forecasters indicate very little surface-based instability. At this time, severe thunderstorms are not expected.

Saturday may begin partly dry for many areas, but rain coverage increases significantly by Saturday night and continues through Sunday.

Mild Pattern Continues Into Next Week

Looking ahead, Monday and Tuesday are expected to turn dry and mild, with highs ranging between 65 and 75 degrees. Most of Alabama could see readings at or above 70 degrees during the latter half of next week, signaling a sustained mild stretch.

Global forecast models suggest only a few spotty showers around Wednesday or Thursday next week, with no indication of heavy or widespread precipitation. For continued multi-state weather coverage and forecast breakdowns, stay with NapervilleLocal.com for clear, detailed updates.