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Alabama Weather Forecast

Alabama weather: 78°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.

☁️ 78°F now🕔 9:05 AM local📅 Best: March, April, June, August, September, October and November👥 5.1 million

Air quality and pollen in Alabama

54
Moderate
Unusually sensitive people should limit long outdoor exertion.
PM2.511 µg/m³
PM1011.3 µg/m³
Ozone77 µg/m³
NO₂5.2 µg/m³
UV index0 · Low
Airborne hazeNoticeable haze

Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.

Health and safety today

Skin and UVNo protection needed for most skin types.
GeneralConditions are comfortable for most people, including children and older adults, with normal clothing.

Weather in Alabama right now

☁️
78°F
Overcast · feels like 85°F
Humidity84%
Wind5 mph SW
Gusts13 mph
UV index0 · Low
Cloud cover97%
Pressure1009 hPa
VisibilityGood · 11 mi
Air quality54 · Moderate
Sunrise6:13 AM
Sunset7:23 PM
Moon🌓 First quarter · 57%

Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 9:05 AM, Aug 21 local time.

⚠️Fri, Aug 21: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Aug 22: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sun, Aug 23: extreme heat, 100°F (38°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Wed, Aug 26: extreme heat, 96°F (36°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Fri, Aug 28: extreme heat, 98°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.
⚠️Sat, Aug 29: extreme heat, 99°F (37°C). Hydrate and avoid midday sun.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Alabama?

Alabama is a state in United States. Its coordinates are 32.3792, -86.3077. It lies in North America.

What is the weather like in Alabama right now?

It is currently 78°F (25°C) with overcast. Humidity is 84% and wind is 5 mph.

When is the best time to visit Alabama?

March, April, June, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Alabama, which has a temperate climate. January, May and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Alabama in?

Alabama observes America/Chicago (UTC-05:00). The local time is 9:05 AM.

How many people live in Alabama?

Alabama has a population of approximately 5.1 million.

What is the nearest airport to Alabama?

The closest airports are Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), 140 mi away, Nashville International Airport (BNA), 260 mi away and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY), 286 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Alabama?

Popular options include Gulf State Park.

What places are in Alabama?

Alabama covers 1 places in this atlas, including Gulf State Park.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (us-states) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Forecast and observationsOpen-Meteo (ECMWF and national models).
Air quality and pollenCopernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale.
Climate averagesERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years.
Official alertsUS National Weather Service.
MethodScores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown.

Last updated August 21, 2026 at 9:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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