RADAR CHECK: Most of Alabama is rain-free at daybreak with only a few isolated, light showers near the Tennessee state line. But later we expect a line of showers and a few thunderstorms to form along a cold front that will be passing southward through the state today. Best chance of rain this morning will be over the northern counties, then shifting into South Alabama this afternoon. A few storms could be strong with gusty winds, but the overall severe weather risk is low.
THE WEEKEND: Following the front a much drier airmass will roll into the Deep South tonight; the sky will be clear with temperatures dropping into the 50s over the northern counties of Alabama after midnight. Then, during the day tomorrow, expect a sunny sky, lower humidity, and a high in the low to mid 80s. Most of the day Sunday will be dry, but a few isolated afternoon showers could pop up as moisture levels begin to slowly rise. Sunday’s highs will be in the mid 80s.
NEXT WEEK: An upper ridge will build across the Gulf Coast… this will bring warmer temperatures and prevent any widespread rain event. Highs will be in the 85-91 degree range, and scattered showers or storms could show up on a few days (especially Thursday), but with the forecast pattern much of the week will be dry. See the video briefing for maps, graphics, and more details.
ON THIS DATE IN 1988: Memorial Day heralded heavy snow in some of the mountains and higher passes of Wyoming, closing roads in Yellowstone Park. McDonald Pass, Montana was blanketed with eight inches of snow.
Look for the next video briefing here by 3:00 this afternoon… enjoy the day!
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